Trains to London Charing Cross from Preston (Lancs)
| First train | 05:25 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:03 | |
| Departure station | Preston (Lancs) | |
| Arrival station | London Charing Cross | |
| Journey time | From 2h 44m | |
| Distance | 189 miles (305 km) | |
| Frequency | 32 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, East Midlands Railway, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales |
Travelling from Preston (Lancs) to London Charing Cross by train
Looking to travel from Preston (Lancs) to London Charing Cross by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 4 hours 7 minutes to travel from Preston (Lancs) to London Charing Cross by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 44 minutes though. You'll usually find 32 trains per day running along the 189 miles (305 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to London Charing Cross, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or East Midlands Railway to get to London Charing Cross. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Preston (Lancs) to London Charing Cross in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
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