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Trip Overview

The average train between Croydon and Preston takes 3h 2m and the fastest train takes 2h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Croydon to Preston. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 2m
Duration
222 mi
Distance
£83
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Croydon to Preston train times

Trains run hourly between Croydon and Preston. The earliest departure is at 1:10 AM at night, and the last departure from Croydon is at 11:15 PM which arrives into Preston at 3:39 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 3h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 221.6 mi
  • Duration: 3h 2m

What companies run services between Croydon, England and Preston, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £75–130 and the journey takes 2h 8m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route once daily.

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