- Distance: 20.8 mi
- Duration: 17 min
The average train between Lancaster (Station) and Preston takes 17 min and the fastest train takes 15 min. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Lancaster (Station) 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 20 minutes between Lancaster (Station) and Preston. The earliest departure is at 5:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lancaster (Station) is at 11:26 PM which arrives into Preston at 11:45 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 17 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lancaster (Station) station and arriving at Preston station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 17 min.
Lancaster (Station) to Preston train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Lancaster station.
Lancaster (Station) to Preston train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Lancaster (Station) to Preston train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Lancaster (Station) and Preston is 32.5 km. The road distance is 33 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Lancaster to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £7–13 and the journey takes 18 min. Two other operators also service this route.
