- Distance: 207.8 mi
- Duration: 2h 42m
The average train between Kings Cross and Preston takes 2h 42m and the fastest train takes 2h 8m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Kings Cross 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 every 30 minutes between Kings Cross and Preston. The earliest departure is at 5:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kings Cross is at 11:50 PM which arrives into Preston at 3:36 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kings Cross station and arriving at Preston station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 2h 42m.
Kings Cross to Preston train services, operated by Lumo, depart from London Euston station.
Kings Cross to Preston train services, operated by Lumo, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Kings Cross to Preston train tickets online with Lumo, Avanti West Coast and Caledonian Sleeper.
The distance between Kings Cross and Preston is 303.3 km. The road distance is 334 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £75–130 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Two other operators also service this route.
