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It takes an average of 3h 59m to travel from Preston (Lancs) to Richmond (London) by train, over a distance of around 188 miles (302 km). There are normally 12 trains per day travelling from Preston (Lancs) to Richmond (London) and tickets for this journey start from £212.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:32 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:49 | |
| Departure station | Preston (Lancs) | |
| Arrival station | Richmond (London) | |
| Journey time | From 3h 7m | |
| Distance | 188 miles (302 km) | |
| Frequency | 12 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £212.50 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, London Overground, South Western Railway, Southern, TransPennine Express |
Taking the train from Preston (Lancs) to Richmond (London) in 3 hours 7 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Preston (Lancs) to Richmond (London)? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 59 minutes to travel the 188 miles (302 km) from Preston (Lancs) to Richmond (London) by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 7 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 12 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 Avanti West Coast, South Western Railway or TransPennine Express to Richmond (London). 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 Richmond (London) in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £212.50. 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 Richmond (London) 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.