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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 25 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
188 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
Of the 1 trains that leave Stratford-upon-Avon 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 188 km distance in an average of 3 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 25 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
Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston train times
The table below shows live departures for Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston trains for tomorrow, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:26 Stratford-upon-Avon | 3h25 | 12:51 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston and enjoy the approximately 188 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 21:01. The fastest train covers the 188 km distance in 2h 42m.
Distance 188 km |
Average train duration 2h 41m |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 42m |
First train 05:25 |
Last train 21:01 |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast from Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Stratford-upon-Avon and Preston. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stratford-upon-Avon 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Stratford-upon-Avon and Preston
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 07:00 - 18:00 Friday 07:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 18:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Red Line Taxis (Wheelchair Access) 017889 777365
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located at the front of the station.
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Saturday 07:00-18:30 and Sunday 10:00-16:00. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: north of Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: In Station Drive
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LockersParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
Hotel
Lost 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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