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The average train between Grantham and Preston takes 3h 38m and the fastest train takes 3h 18m. There is a train service every few hours from Grantham 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 38m
Duration
141 mi
Distance
£56
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Leeds

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3h 25m
£47–77

Grantham to Preston train times

Trains run hourly between Grantham and Preston. The earliest departure is at 1:04 AM at night, and the last departure from Grantham is at 11:59 PM which arrives into Preston at 7:44 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 21m • 1 change

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 28m • 1 change

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 19m • 1 change

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited6h 40m • 1 change

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 29m • 1 change

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 20m • 1 change

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 21m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited6h 40m • 1 change

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 29m • 1 change

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 20m • 1 change

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 21m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 24m • 1 change

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 24m • 1 change

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 24m • 1 change

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 26m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 29m • 1 change

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 20m • 1 change

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 21m • 1 change

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 21m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Grantham 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.

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  • Distance: 140.8 mi
  • Duration: 3h 38m

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

You can take a train from Grantham to Preston via Leeds in around 3h 25m.

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