4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston to Maidenhead
Cheapest price
£247
Average price
£247
Fastest journey
3 h 51 m
Average duration
3 h 51 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
284 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to Maidenhead is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Maidenhead will cost around £247 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £247.
Of the 1 trains that leave Preston for Maidenhead 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 284 km distance in an average of 3 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 51 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 for Preston to Maidenhead
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Maidenhead among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £88. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £88, and a flight costs an average of £131.
Distance: 284 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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£97 Average Price Cheapest | £168 Average Price |
3h 37m Average total duration 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Preston to Maidenhead train times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Maidenhead trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:33 Preston | 3h51 | 08:24 Maidenhead | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to Maidenhead
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Trains from Preston to Maidenhead run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £88 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:37, the last at 21:18. The fastest train covers the 284 km distance in 3h 51m.
Distance 284 km |
Average train duration 3h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £88 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 51m |
First train 02:37 |
Last train 21:18 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Preston to Maidenhead trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Preston and Maidenhead from £88. 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 to Maidenhead train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston to Maidenhead 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 Maidenhead, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Preston and Maidenhead
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
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 21:00 Saturday 06:45 - 21:00 Sunday 07:00 - 21:00 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are only sold between 10:00 and 17:00
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B1 station - this station has a degree of step-free access to the platforms. Platforms 2 to 5 are accessed via the lifts from the subway. Platform 1 is only step free accessible via the Shoppenhangers Road Car Park.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Platform 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Accessible WC on platform 4
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 4
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Shoppenhangers Lane, front of Station and side of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt
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