The cheapest and fastest trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to Preston
Cheapest price
£74
Average price
£74
Fastest journey
6 h 20 m
Average duration
6 h 20 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
285 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Preston will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £74.
Of the 1 trains that leave Stansted Mountfitchet for Preston 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 285 km distance in an average of 6 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 20 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 coach, train and flight for Stansted Mountfitchet to Preston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stansted Mountfitchet to Preston 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 flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £65, and a flight costs an average of £91.
Distance: 285 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£74 Average Price | £65 Average Price Cheapest | £91 Average Price |
3h 38m Average total duration 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 50m Average total duration 9h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Stansted Mountfitchet to Preston train times
The table below shows live departures for Stansted Mountfitchet to Preston trains for tomorrow, Saturday 28 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:18 Stansted Mountfitchet | 6h20 | 16:38 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stansted Mountfitchet to Preston
Trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to Preston run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £74 but you can travel from only £65 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:32, the last at 18:18. The fastest train covers the 285 km distance in 6h 20m.
Distance 285 km |
Average train duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £74 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 20m |
First train 05:32 |
Last train 18:18 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Stansted Mountfitchet to Preston trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Stansted Mountfitchet and Preston 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: Stansted Mountfitchet to Preston train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted Mountfitchet 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 Stansted Mountfitchet and Preston
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 13:00 Saturday 06:00 - 13:00 Sunday 08:00 - 15:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Cork House
- Staff help available: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. Toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. National key toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: 10 cycle spaces on Platforms 1/2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Local bus services
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the junction of Station Road and Church Road, next to the Kings Arms public house
- 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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