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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Stoke-on-Trent to Preston
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£64
Fastest journey
1 h 29 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Trains per day
50
Distance
92 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Preston you need to make at least one change.
6:141h36Stoke-on-Trent7:50PrestonFind prices1 change
7:542h03Stoke-on-Trent9:57Preston£171One-way1 change
6:491h38Stoke-on-Trent8:27Preston£501One-way1 change- 7:211h36Stoke-on-Trent8:57Preston£501One-way1 change
- 7:501h36Stoke-on-Trent9:26Preston£501One-way1 change
9:281h29Stoke-on-Trent10:57Preston£881One-way1 change- 11:281h29Stoke-on-Trent12:57Preston£881One-way1 change
- 10:281h30Stoke-on-Trent11:58Preston£881One-way1 change
- 12:281h31Stoke-on-Trent13:59Preston£881One-way1 change
- 13:281h31Stoke-on-Trent14:59Preston£881One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Stoke-on-Trent to Preston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stoke-on-Trent to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 92 km
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1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Stoke-on-Trent to Preston train times
The table below shows live departures for Stoke-on-Trent to Preston trains for tomorrow, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:14 Stoke-on-Trent | 1h36 | 7:50 Preston | 1 change | |
| 6:49 Stoke-on-Trent | 1h38 | 8:27 Preston | 1 change | |
 | 7:16 Stoke-on-Trent | 1h33 | 8:49 Preston | 1 change | |
| 7:21 Stoke-on-Trent | 1h36 | 8:57 Preston | 1 change | |
| 7:50 Stoke-on-Trent | 1h36 | 9:26 Preston | 1 change | |
| 7:54 Stoke-on-Trent | 2h03 | 9:57 Preston | 1 change | |
| 8:17 Stoke-on-Trent | 1h33 | 9:50 Preston | 1 change | |
| 8:27 Stoke-on-Trent | 1h33 | 10:00 Preston | 1 change | |
| 8:49 Stoke-on-Trent | 1h37 | 10:26 Preston | 1 change | |
| 9:16 Stoke-on-Trent | 1h34 | 10:50 Preston | 1 change | |
| 9:21 Stoke-on-Trent | 1h35 | 10:56 Preston | 1 change | |
| 9:28 Stoke-on-Trent | 1h29 | 10:57 Preston | 1 change | |
| 9:50 Stoke-on-Trent | 1h35 | 11:25 Preston | 1 change | |
| 10:16 Stoke-on-Trent | 1h34 | 11:50 Preston | 1 change | |
| 10:21 Stoke-on-Trent | 1h36 | 11:57 Preston | 1 change | |
| 10:28 Stoke-on-Trent | 1h30 | 11:58 Preston | 1 change | |
| 10:49 Stoke-on-Trent | 1h36 | 12:25 Preston | 1 change | |
| 11:16 Stoke-on-Trent | 1h34 | 12:50 Preston | 1 change | |
| 11:21 Stoke-on-Trent | 1h36 | 12:57 Preston | 1 change | |
| 11:28 Stoke-on-Trent | 1h29 | 12:57 Preston | 1 change | |
| 11:49 Stoke-on-Trent | 1h36 | 13:25 Preston | 1 change | |
| 12:16 Stoke-on-Trent | 1h34 | 13:50 Preston | 1 change | |
| 12:21 Stoke-on-Trent | 1h36 | 13:57 Preston | 1 change | |
| 12:28 Stoke-on-Trent | 1h31 | 13:59 Preston | 1 change | |
| 12:49 Stoke-on-Trent | 1h36 | 14:25 Preston | 1 change | |
| 13:16 Stoke-on-Trent | 1h35 | 14:51 Preston | 1 change | |
| 13:21 Stoke-on-Trent | 1h37 | 14:58 Preston | 1 change | |
| 13:28 Stoke-on-Trent | 1h31 | 14:59 Preston | 1 change | |
| 13:49 Stoke-on-Trent | 1h36 | 15:25 Preston | 1 change | |
| 14:16 Stoke-on-Trent | 1h34 | 15:50 Preston | 1 change | |
| 14:21 Stoke-on-Trent | 1h37 | 15:58 Preston | 1 change | |
| 14:28 Stoke-on-Trent | 1h34 | 16:02 Preston | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stoke-on-Trent to Preston
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Stoke-on-Trent to Preston run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 92 km distance in 1h 34m.
Distance 92 km |
Average train duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 34m |
First train 5:23 |
Last train 23:10 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country, West Midlands Trains, Northern Trains Limited from Stoke-on-Trent to Preston trainsNorthern Rail, Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country, West Midlands Trains, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Stoke-on-Trent and Preston 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: Stoke-on-Trent to Preston train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stoke-on-Trent 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 Stoke-on-Trent and Preston
Most Stoke-on-Trent to Preston trains use the Stoke-on-Trent to Preston station pair. Use this guide to compare Stoke-on-Trent and Preston train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Stoke-on-Trent station do trains to Preston leave from?
Getting to Stoke-on-Trent from Stoke-on-Trent city centre
Stoke-on-Trent train station facilities and services
Stoke-on-Trent has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Stoke-on-Trent. ATMs are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stoke-on-Trent. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stoke-on-Trent: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stoke-on-Trent: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stoke-on-Trent: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: By the North end of platform 1, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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.
Getting to Longport from Stoke-on-Trent city centre
Longport is 4 km from Stoke-on-Trent city centre. Public transport options include:
Longport train station facilities and services
Longport has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Longport.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Longport: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Longport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Longport: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Wheelchair users may need assistance on Platform 1 as there are no lowered kerbs on the pavements and the gradient of the ramp to the platform is steep. The gradient of the ramp to Platform 2 is moderate. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible taxis: Euro 01782 314444, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Preston station do trains from Stoke-on-Trent arrive at?
Getting to Preston from Preston city centre
Preston is 1 km from Preston city centre. Public transport options include:
Preston train station facilities and services
Preston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rise, The Olive Tree Brasserie, Turtle Bay
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Preston. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Preston. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Preston: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Preston: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Preston: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Preston - South, Delta Hotels Preston, Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel.
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