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It takes an average of 5h 18m to travel from Preston (Lancs) to Potters Bar by train, over a distance of around 177 miles (285 km). There are normally 23 trains per day travelling from Preston (Lancs) to Potters Bar and tickets for this journey start from £48.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:33 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:03 | |
| Departure station | Preston (Lancs) | |
| Arrival station | Potters Bar | |
| Journey time | From 3h 15m | |
| Distance | 177 miles (285 km) | |
| Frequency | 23 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £48.60 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Great Northern, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, TransPennine Express |
Taking the train from Preston (Lancs) to Potters Bar in 3 hours 15 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Preston (Lancs) to Potters Bar? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 18 minutes to travel the 177 miles (285 km) from Preston (Lancs) to Potters Bar by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 15 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 23 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or East Midlands Railway to Potters Bar. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Preston (Lancs) to Potters Bar in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £48.60. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Potters Bar by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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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
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.