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Trip Overview

The average train between Lincoln and Preston takes 4h 3m and the fastest train takes 3h 17m. There is a train service every few hours from Lincoln 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.

4h 3m
Duration
122 mi
Distance
£50
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Sheffield

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  1. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Sheffieldtrain train
  2. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadillytrain train
  3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain train
3h 32m
£37–75

Lincoln to Preston train times

Trains run hourly between Lincoln and Preston. The earliest departure is at 6:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lincoln is at 10:44 PM which arrives into Preston at 6:32 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 4h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express3h 47m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express3h 38m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express3h 41m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 41m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express3h 17m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express3h 34m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express3h 33m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express3h 34m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 44m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 18m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 18m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 18m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express3h 17m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express3h 34m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express3h 33m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express3h 34m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Lincoln 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.

Map of how to get from Lincoln to Preston.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 121.9 mi
  • Duration: 4h 3m

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

You can take a train from Lincoln Central to Preston via Sheffield and Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 32m.

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