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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Croydon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £132 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 22m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £132, while a flight costs an average of £378.
Distance: 319 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
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£132 Average Price Cheapest | £378 Average Price | £61 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration 2h 0m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Preston to Croydon, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Preston to Croydon:
A train is £246 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Preston to Croydon costing on average £378.
Other travel options to Croydon take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 0m.
You'll arrive about 1h 56m sooner (2h 52m by train vs 4h 48m by car). Tickets start at around £132 compared to roughly £61 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
How to get to Croydon from Preston by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Preston to Croydon is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Croydon are London, Brighton, Oxford, Canterbury and Cambridge. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Croydon on Omio.
London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.
Brighton is a lively seaside city known for its pebble beach, Victorian pier and the Royal Pavilion. Its bohemian lanes, independent shops and strong arts scene give it a relaxed but energetic character.
Oxford is known for its historic university, elegant colleges and long academic tradition. Its medieval streets, museums and riverside setting give the city a thoughtful but lively character.
Canterbury is best known for its cathedral, medieval streets and long role in English religious history. Its compact centre mixes historic buildings with a lively student atmosphere, independent shops and riverside walks.
Cambridge is a historic university city on the River Cam, known for its colleges and punting. Its compact centre, museums and green spaces give it an academic yet lively feel.
Travel to Croydon 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 Preston to Croydon.
This is compared to other travel options from Preston to Croydon:
A train is £246 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Preston to Croydon costing on average £378.
Other travel options to Croydon take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 0m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Preston and Croydon as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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