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The cheapest and fastest trains from Swindon to Preston
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£197
Average price
£232
Fastest journey
3 h 33 m
Average duration
3 h 37 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
254 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swindon to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swindon to Preston will cost around £232 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £197.
Fast trains
To travel from Swindon to Preston you need to make at least 2 changes.
06:334h18
Swindon10:51Preston
£1971One-way
2 changes
08:123h38
Swindon11:50Preston
£2401One-way
2 changes
09:103h40
Swindon12:50Preston
£2401One-way
2 changes
10:113h39
Swindon13:50Preston
£2401One-way
2 changes
11:123h40
Swindon14:52Preston
£2401One-way
2 changes
17:173h33
Swindon20:50Preston
£2401One-way
2 changes
08:123h38
Swindon11:50Preston
£2401One-way
2 changes
12:123h38
Swindon15:50Preston
£2401One-way
2 changes
10:113h39
Swindon13:50Preston
£2401One-way
2 changes
16:123h39
Swindon19:51Preston
£2401One-way
2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Swindon to Preston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swindon to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £50. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £50, and a train costs an average of £93.
Distance: 254 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£94 Average Price | £56 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 35m Average total duration 9h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Swindon to Preston train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:16
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 04:28 Swindon | 5h04 | 09:32 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:41 Swindon | 4h10 | 19:51 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swindon to Preston
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Trains from Swindon to Preston run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £93 but you can travel from only £50 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £50
Distance 254 km |
Average train duration 3h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £93 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 39m |
First train 05:25 |
Last train 20:01 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £50
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, first_great_western from Swindon to Preston trainsAvanti West Coast, first_great_western trains will get you between Swindon and Preston from £50. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 39m
Cheapest Price
£94
Avanti West Coast frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 33m
Cheapest Price
£198
first_great_western frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Swindon to Preston train
FAQs: Travel by train from Swindon to Preston easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Swindon to Preston.
To get from Swindon to Preston, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train distance from Swindon to Preston is 254 km.
The train journey from Swindon to Preston covers a distance of 254 km and takes approximately 3h 39m. Trains run 5 per day.
Booking trains from Swindon to Preston in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Swindon to Preston can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £93, while the average price tends to be around £94.
The first train from Swindon to Preston leaves at 5:25.
The last train from Swindon to Preston departs at 20:01.
The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Preston is by coach, costing approximately £50.
Trains from Swindon to Preston run approximately 5 times per day.
The train station in Swindon that goes to Preston is Swindon station (SWI), and it arrives at Preston station (PRE).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Swindon to Preston.
Yes, you can take the train from Swindon to Preston.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Swindon to Preston.
There is no night train service from Swindon to Preston.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Swindon and Preston
Swindon
Preston
The major train station for departures in Swindon is Swindon. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Swindon for your trip from Swindon to Preston.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:30 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via subway and the lifts via the main entrance subway
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platform 1 and 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 4
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Front of station, short stay car park and platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Swindon
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Drop off Station Approach / Pick Up Front of the station (Small Ops both drop/pick up on Station Approach)
The major train station for arrivals in Preston is Preston. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Preston for your journey to Preston from Swindon.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday
Distance to city center
1 km
Number of platforms
6Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24 hours, located adjacent to the station with access from Butler Street.
Dining
- Rise
- The Olive Tree Brasserie
- Turtle Bay
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- £0.30
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Express Preston - South
- Delta Hotels Preston
- Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Enterprise
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for long-distance services
- Hall 2: platforms 4-6 for regional and local services
Public transport options for Preston
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Northern, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express services
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