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London Waterloo to Preston train prices and times

Planning a journey from London Waterloo to Preston? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as US$47.91, with average prices for this route around US$47.91. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
18:55 2h 44m, Direct London Waterloo	21:39 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
18:58 3h 52m, No direct London Waterloo	22:50 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
19:50 3h 11m, Direct London Waterloo	23:01 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
19:53 3h 8m, No direct London Waterloo	23:01 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
20:30 3h 23m, Direct London Waterloo	23:53 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
20:59 3h 57m, No direct London Waterloo	00:56 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

London Waterloo to Preston train route details

First train

05:30

Last train

21:23

Departure station

London Waterloo

Arrival station

Preston

Journey time

2h 43m

Distance

306 km

Price

US$47.91*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, West Midlands Trains

How to book cheap train tickets from London Waterloo to Preston

Season Tickets for frequent travels

For frequent travellers between London Waterloo and Preston, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.

Network Railcard for Southeast England

To save on train travel in Southeast England, consider getting a Network Railcard. For a £30 annual fee, this railcard offers 1/3 off most fares, including routes to and from London. Whether for standard or off-peak tickets, it’s highly advantageous for frequent travellers within this region.

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from London Waterloo to Preston can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from London Waterloo to Preston for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from London Waterloo to Preston, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from London Waterloo to Preston ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from London Waterloo to Preston more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

London Waterloo to Preston train ticket types

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