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Outbound fromPreston (Lancs) to Heathrow Airport by train
It takes an average of 11h 23m to travel from Preston (Lancs) to Heathrow Airport by train, over a distance of around 184 miles (296 km). There are normally 1 train per day travelling from Preston (Lancs) to Heathrow Airport and tickets for this journey start from £45.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 08:19 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:34 | |
| Departure station | Preston (Lancs) | |
| Arrival station | Heathrow Airport | |
| Journey time | From 5h 33m | |
| Distance | 184 miles (296 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Price | From £45.80 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Thameslink |
About the train journey from Preston (Lancs) to Heathrow Airport
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The train from Preston (Lancs) to Heathrow Airport usually takes 11 hours 23 minutes on average to travel 184 miles (296 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 5 hours 33 minutes. You can expect to find 1 train per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to Heathrow Airport, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway or Thameslink, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Preston (Lancs) to Heathrow Airport if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £45.80. 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 Preston (Lancs) to Heathrow Airport
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Preston (Lancs) to Heathrow Airport is right for you.
Use your Railcard
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