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Outbound fromBournemouth to Preston (Lancs) by train
It takes an average of 7h 51m to travel from Bournemouth to Preston (Lancs) by train, over a distance of around 212 miles (342 km). There are normally 21 trains per day travelling from Bournemouth to Preston (Lancs) and tickets for this journey start from £42.40 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:45 | |
| Departure station | Bournemouth | |
| Arrival station | Preston (Lancs) | |
| Journey time | From 5h 1m | |
| Distance | 212 miles (342 km) | |
| Frequency | 21 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £42.40 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales |
About the train journey from Bournemouth to Preston (Lancs)
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The train from Bournemouth to Preston (Lancs) usually takes 7 hours 51 minutes on average to travel 212 miles (342 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 5 hours 1 minute. You can expect to find 21 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Preston (Lancs), as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Bournemouth to Preston (Lancs) if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £42.40. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Cheap train tickets from Bournemouth to Preston (Lancs)
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Consider a Season Ticket
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Use your Railcard
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