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West Drayton to Preston (Lancs) by train

First train

20:16

Last train

20:16

Departure station

West Drayton

Arrival station

Preston (Lancs)

Journey time

From 8h 34m

Distance

181 miles (292 km)

Changes

4 changes

Train operators

TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink

How to travel from West Drayton to Preston (Lancs) by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from West Drayton to Preston (Lancs)? Look no further.

You'll usually find 0 trains per day running between West Drayton and Preston (Lancs), which usually take 8 hours 34 minutes to complete the 181 miles (292 km) journey. It can take as little as 8 hours 34 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Preston (Lancs) by train, you'll just need to make 4 changes along the way. East Midlands Railway, Thameslink or TransPennine Express are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from West Drayton to Preston (Lancs) if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Preston (Lancs)? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from West Drayton to Preston (Lancs)? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between West Drayton and Preston (Lancs) by train?

The fastest journey time by train from West Drayton to Preston (Lancs) is 8 hours and 34 minutes.

Is there a direct train from West Drayton to Preston (Lancs)?

No, there are no direct train services from West Drayton to Preston (Lancs). Travelling from West Drayton to Preston (Lancs) by train will require a minimum of 4 changes.

What time does the first train from West Drayton to Preston (Lancs) leave?

The first train from West Drayton to Preston (Lancs) leaves at 20:16. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from West Drayton to Preston (Lancs) leave?

The last train from West Drayton to Preston (Lancs) leaves at 20:16. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between West Drayton and Preston (Lancs) by train?

Trains travelling from West Drayton to Preston (Lancs) cover a distance of around 181 miles (292 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Preston (Lancs) to West Drayton.

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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