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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston station (PRE) to London Heathrow Airport
Cheapest price
£130
Average price
£130
Fastest journey
3 h 48 m
Average duration
3 h 48 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
296 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston station (PRE) to London Heathrow Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston station (PRE) to London Heathrow Airport will cost around £130 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £130.
Of the 1 trains that leave Preston station (PRE) for London Heathrow Airport every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 296 km distance in an average of 3 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 48 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Preston station (PRE) to London Heathrow Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Preston station (PRE) to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £63.
Distance: 296 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£97 Average Price | £44 Average Price Cheapest | £130 Average Price |
3h 38m Average total duration 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 30m Average total duration 7h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Preston station (PRE) to London Heathrow Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Preston station (PRE) to London Heathrow Airport trains for tomorrow, Saturday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:18 Preston station (PRE) | 3h48 | 12:06 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston station (PRE) to London Heathrow Airport
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Trains from Preston station (PRE) to London Heathrow Airport run on average 21 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 13:00. The fastest train covers the 296 km distance in 3h 21m.
Distance 296 km |
Average train duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 21 |
Fastest train 3h 21m |
First train 05:00 |
Last train 13:00 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Preston station (PRE) to London Heathrow Airport trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Preston station (PRE) and London Heathrow Airport from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Preston station (PRE) to London Heathrow Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston station (PRE) to London Heathrow Airport by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London Heathrow Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Preston station (PRE) and London Heathrow Airport
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24 hours, located adjacent to the station with access from Butler Street.
- Rise
- The Olive Tree Brasserie
- Turtle Bay
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.30
- Holiday Inn Express Preston - South
- Delta Hotels Preston
- Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for long-distance services
- Hall 2: platforms 4-6 for regional and local services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Northern, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express services
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