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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £54 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 20m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £54, while a flight costs an average of £228.
Distance: 331 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£138 Average Price | £54 Average Price Cheapest | £228 Average Price | £64 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 33m Average total duration 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 25m Average total duration 8h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Southampton to Preston:
A coach is £84 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton to Preston costing on average £138.
A coach is £174 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Southampton to Preston costing on average £228.
Other travel options to Preston take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 33m.
Coach takes on average 9h 25m.
You'll arrive about 42m sooner (4h 3m by train vs 4h 45m by car). Tickets start at around £138 compared to roughly £64 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 Preston from Southampton by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Southampton to Preston 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 Preston are Manchester, Liverpool, Blackpool, Lancaster and Leeds. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Preston on Omio.
Manchester is known for its industrial heritage, influential music and deep football culture. Red-brick canalside areas, major museums and lively nightlife give it an energetic northern character.
Liverpool is known for The Beatles, football and a waterfront shaped by its maritime past. Its grand docks, museums and lively city centre give it a proud, creative character.
Blackpool is a classic Lancashire seaside resort known for its piers, ballroom heritage and the Blackpool Illuminations. The long promenade and Blackpool Tower give the town a lively, traditional holiday feel.
Lancaster is known for its castle, Georgian architecture and ties to the House of Lancaster. Its compact centre, River Lune setting and student energy give the city a historic yet easy-going feel.
Leeds is a major West Yorkshire city known for Victorian arcades, shopping and a lively music scene. Its industrial heritage, regenerated waterfront and large student population give it an energetic but down-to-earth character.
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This is compared to other travel options from Southampton to Preston:
A coach is £84 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton to Preston costing on average £138.
A coach is £174 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Southampton to Preston costing on average £228.
Other travel options to Preston take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 33m.
Coach takes on average 9h 25m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Southampton and Preston as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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