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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston to Windermere
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
51 m
Average duration
53 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
244 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to Windermere is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Windermere will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Of the 17 trains that leave Preston for Windermere every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 244 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 54 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.
9:450h56Preston10:41Windermere£111One-way0 changes- 12:461h08Preston13:54Windermere£111One-way0 changes
- 15:331h20Preston16:53Windermere£111One-way0 changes
- 18:440h57Preston19:41Windermere£111One-way0 changes
5:361h00Preston6:36Windermere£351One-way1 change
- 14:050h51Preston14:56Windermere£351One-way1 change
- 8:580h53Preston9:51Windermere£351One-way1 change
- 15:030h53Preston15:56Windermere£351One-way1 change
7:540h54Preston8:48Windermere£731One-way1 change- 17:550h54Preston18:49Windermere£731One-way1 change
Live departures
Preston to Windermere train times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Windermere trains for tomorrow, Monday 25 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:36 Preston | 1h00 | 6:36 Windermere | 1 change | |
| 6:44 Preston | 1h05 | 7:49 Windermere | 1 change | |
| 7:54 Preston | 0h54 | 8:48 Windermere | 1 change | |
| 8:58 Preston | 0h53 | 9:51 Windermere | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to Windermere
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Trains from Preston to Windermere run on average 12 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:36, the last at 21:43. The fastest train covers the 244 km distance in 51m.
Distance 244 km |
Average train duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 51m |
First train 5:36 |
Last train 21:43 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Preston to Windermere trainsAvanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Preston and Windermere from £11. 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 Windermere train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston to Windermere 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 Windermere, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Preston and Windermere
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:40 - 20:45 Sunday 11:10 - 20:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Level access to platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: On Station Forecourt
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside the station entrance
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