4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston to Wrexham
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
1 h 54 m
Average duration
1 h 54 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
82 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to Wrexham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Wrexham will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
Of the 1 trains that leave Preston for Wrexham 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 82 km distance in an average of 1 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 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.
8:001h54Preston9:54Wrexham£401One-way0 changes
- 8:001h54Preston9:54Wrexham£401One-way0 changes
Live departures
Preston to Wrexham train times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Wrexham trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 1 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:00 Preston | 1h54 | 9:54 Wrexham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to Wrexham
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Trains from Preston to Wrexham run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:02, the last at 21:05. The fastest train covers the 82 km distance in 1h 54m.
Distance 82 km |
Average train duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 54m |
First train 1:02 |
Last train 21:05 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Preston to Wrexham trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Preston and Wrexham from £40. 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 Wrexham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston to Wrexham 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 Wrexham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Preston and Wrexham
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
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: Island Green Shopping Park Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to the platform from the Retail Park.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: At the front of the station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait outside station in Retail Park (Argos)
WifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:15 Saturday 06:45 - 19:45 Sunday 09:30 - 17:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Shrewsbury) from the car park via the booking office or night gate. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Chester), Platform 3, and Platform 4 (Wrexham-Bidston Line) via a footbridge and lifts.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: At the front of the station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at bus stop in station car park
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