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Trains to Preston (Lancs) from Cromer
It takes an average of 6h 57m to travel from Cromer to Preston (Lancs) by train, over a distance of around 175 miles (281 km). There are normally 4 trains per day travelling from Cromer to Preston (Lancs) and tickets for this journey start from £80.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:52 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:17 | |
| Departure station | Cromer | |
| Arrival station | Preston (Lancs) | |
| Journey time | From 5h 44m | |
| Distance | 175 miles (281 km) | |
| Frequency | 4 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £80.60 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Thameslink, TransPennine Express |
Trains to Preston (Lancs) from Cromer
Want to travel from Cromer to Preston (Lancs) by train? Start your journey with us.
It takes an average of 6 hours 57 minutes to travel from Cromer to Preston (Lancs) by train. You'll find on average 4 trains per day running on this route.
There aren't any direct services on this line, but it's still easy to travel to Preston (Lancs) by train; you'll need to make 2 changes.
London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Lumo and Greater Anglia trains operate on this route.
The journey from Cromer to Preston (Lancs) starts at £80.60. Generally, booking Advance train tickets works out cheaper.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Cromer to Preston (Lancs)?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
Train tickets from Cromer to Preston (Lancs) start at £80.60§ one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. UK train companies usually release Advance tickets up to 12 weeks ahead of time, and these can be cheaper than tickets bought on the day of travel.
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.
3. Use a Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel throughout the year. Buy one with us and you'll be able to store it digitally in our app, so you'll always have it on your travels.
4. Book split tickets
Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.
5. Travel Off-Peak
If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.
6. Consider a Season Ticket
Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Cromer to Preston (Lancs) is right for you.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.