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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southall to Preston
Cheapest price
£58
Average price
£121
Fastest journey
3 h 43 m
Average duration
4 h 18 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
297 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southall to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southall to Preston will cost around £121 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £58.
Of the 3 trains that leave Southall for Preston every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 297 km distance in an average of 4 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 13 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.
Live departures
Southall to Preston train times
The table below shows live departures for Southall to Preston trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 17 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01:57 Southall | 5h13 | 07:10 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:56 Southall | 3h43 | 08:39 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southall to Preston
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Trains from Southall to Preston run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 21:18. The fastest train covers the 297 km distance in 3h 43m.
Distance 297 km |
Average train duration 2h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 43m |
First train 05:25 |
Last train 21:18 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Southall to Preston trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Southall and Preston from £51. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Southall to Preston train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southall to Preston 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 Preston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Southall and Preston
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 19:30 Saturday 06:30 - 19:30 Sunday 08:10 - 15:30
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms Staff ramp assistance is always available Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located within the stations ticket hall.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Male toilets are located on platform 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: An accessible toilet is located in the ticket hall on the paid side of the ticket barriers.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Paddington: Bus Stop N on Railway Bridge. Towards Slough: Bus Stop O next to Station Building Click here for map
Wifi
LockersParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car RentalInformation 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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