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The cheapest and fastest trains from Winchester to Preston
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£237
Average price
£251
Fastest journey
4 h 15 m
Average duration
4 h 17 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
315 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Winchester to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Winchester to Preston will cost around £251 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £237.
Fast trains
To travel from Winchester to Preston you need to make at least one change.
17:314h56
Winchester22:27Preston
£2371One-way
1 change
20:3211h18
Winchester07:50Preston
£2441One-way
1 change
05:314h19
Winchester09:50Preston
£2581One-way
1 change
06:334h18
Winchester10:51Preston
£2581One-way
1 change
07:314h19
Winchester11:50Preston
£2581One-way
1 change
19:314h15
Winchester23:46Preston
£2581One-way
1 change
09:334h17
Winchester13:50Preston
£2581One-way
1 change
06:334h18
Winchester10:51Preston
£2581One-way
1 change
11:324h18
Winchester15:50Preston
£2581One-way
1 change
16:324h18
Winchester20:50Preston
£2581One-way
1 change
Live departures
Winchester to Preston train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 01:43
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 04:31 Winchester | 5h01 | 09:32 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Winchester to Preston
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Winchester to Preston run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £76 if you book in advance.
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
Distance 315 km |
Average train duration 4h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £76 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 1m |
First train 05:19 |
Last train 18:42 |
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
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Winchester to Preston trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Winchester and Preston from £76. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 20m
Cheapest Price
£60
CrossCountry frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 15m
Cheapest Price
£237
Cross Country frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Winchester to Preston train
FAQs: Travel by train from Winchester 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 Winchester to Preston.
The train distance from Winchester to Preston is 315 km.
Booking trains from Winchester to Preston in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Winchester to Preston covers a distance of 315 km and takes approximately 5h 1m. Trains run 5 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Winchester to Preston can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £76, while the average price tends to be around £84.
The first train from Winchester to Preston leaves at 5:19.
The cheapest way to get from Winchester to Preston is by train, costing approximately £76.
The last train from Winchester to Preston departs at 18:42.
Trains from Winchester to Preston run approximately 5 times per day.
The train station in Winchester that goes to Preston is Winchester station (WIN), and it arrives at Preston station (PRE).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Winchester to Preston.
There is no night train service from Winchester to Preston.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Winchester to Preston.
Yes, you can take the train from Winchester to Preston.
To travel from Winchester to Preston, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Winchester and Preston
Winchester
Preston
The major train station for departures in Winchester is Winchester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Winchester for your trip from Winchester to Preston.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 20:30 Saturday 06:00 - 19:30 Sunday 07:00 - 20:30 Please note; these are the the opening times for the ticket office in the booking hall on platform 1. The ticket office on platform 2 is open from 06:15 - 08:40 Monday to Friday.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Marks and Spencer in the booking hall on Platform 2. (closed since March 2020.)
Parking
- Car Park: Smart Car
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B1 Station. Step-free access to all platforms - may include long or steep ramps. Access between platforms may be via the street. This station has step-free access to all platforms. Access to Platform 1 (for trains towards London and Reading) is via ramp (1:18, 25m) from car park, drop-off etc. Access to Platform 2 (for trains towards Southampton and Portsmouth) is step-free from forecourt (NB forecourt slopes away at 1:10). Platform 2 night gate has short 1:8 ramp. Access between platforms is via footbridge with lifts (available 24 hours), through subway (stepped) or via the street (745m, some narrow pavements and steep gradients)
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Toilets are closed at 2030. The toilets are located on both platforms. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: A heated waiting room is located on Platform 2. The seating complies with the Code of Practice.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 car park, platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
Public transport options for Winchester
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Hill Bus Stop
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 Winchester.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation 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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