The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston to Totnes
Cheapest price
£105
Average price
£105
Fastest journey
6 h
Average duration
6 h 15 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
377 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to Totnes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Totnes will cost around £105 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £105.
Of the 2 trains that leave Preston for Totnes every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 377 km distance in an average of 6 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 30 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 and coach for Preston to Totnes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Totnes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £65. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £65, and a train costs an average of £86.
Distance: 377 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£96 Average Price | £65 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 28m Average total duration Fastest 4h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 50m Average total duration 16h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Preston to Totnes train times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Totnes trains for tomorrow, Monday 22 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:51 Preston | 6h30 | 11:21 Totnes | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:20 Preston | 6h00 | 13:20 Totnes | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to Totnes
Trains from Preston to Totnes run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £86 but you can travel from only £65 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 17:53. The fastest train covers the 377 km distance in 6h 3m.
Distance 377 km |
Average train duration 4h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £86 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 3m |
First train 05:50 |
Last train 17:53 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast from Preston to Totnes trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Preston and Totnes from £65. 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 Totnes train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston to Totnes 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 Totnes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Preston and Totnes
- 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
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is pay & display, with a fee of £5.
- Signal Box Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- £0.50
- Royal Seven Stars Hotel
- The Great Grubb Bed & Breakfast
- The Steam Packet Inn
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platforms accessible via footbridge with lifts
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi services available outside the station
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