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Compare for Leigh to Preston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leigh to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 33 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£13 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £13 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-6.26. The journey takes 45m versus 45m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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FAQs: Leigh to Preston
Travel 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 Leigh to Preston.

- Around 10 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Leigh and Preston as scheduled services by can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Hag Fold (HGF) and arrive in Preston station (PRE).
- Travel with Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast to go to Preston by train.
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