The average train between Gatwick and Preston takes 3h 27m and the fastest train takes 2h 55m. There is a train service every few hours from Gatwick 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.
Trains run hourly between Gatwick and Preston. The earliest departure is at 6:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gatwick is at 11:26 PM which arrives into Preston at 8:09 AM. All services require a transfer at London Victoria and take an average of 3h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Gatwick to Preston? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Gatwick to Preston. However, there are services departing from Gatwick station and arriving at Preston station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.
Gatwick to Preston train services, operated by Southern, depart from Gatwick Airport station.
Gatwick to Preston train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Gatwick to Preston train tickets online with Southern, London Underground (Tube) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Gatwick and Preston is 335.4 km. The road distance is 381 km.
You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Preston via London Victoria, Victoria station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 3h 12m.