The average train between Preston and London takes 2h 53m and the fastest train takes 2h 10m. There is an hourly train service from Preston to London. 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 Preston and London. The earliest departure is at 3:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:18 PM which arrives into London at 1:18 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston station and arriving at London station. Services depart hourly, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 53m.
Preston to London train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Preston to London train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.
Book your Preston to London train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and Caledonian Sleeper.
The distance between Preston and London is 305.1 km. The road distance is 334 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to London Euston hourly. Tickets cost £75–130 and the journey takes 2h 15m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route twice daily.