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Trip Overview

The average train between Preston (Station) and Lincoln takes 3h 48m and the fastest train takes 3h 1m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston (Station) to Lincoln. 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 48m
Duration
122 mi
Distance
£59
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Preston (Station) to Lincoln train times

Trains run hourly between Preston (Station) and Lincoln. The earliest departure is at 6:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston (Station) is at 10:50 PM which arrives into Lincoln at 12:02 PM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Oxford Road and take an average of 3h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 7m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 1m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 9m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 4m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 6m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 6m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 7m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 2m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 41m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 7m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 8m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 2m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 54m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 47m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 15m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 10m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 6m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 6m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 7m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 2m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 6m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 6m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 7m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 2m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 6m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 6m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 7m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 2m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Preston (Station) to Lincoln? 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 Preston (Station) to Lincoln.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 121.9 mi
  • Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between Preston (Station), England and Lincoln, England?

You can take a train from Preston to Lincoln Central via Manchester Oxford Road and Sheffield in around 4h 15m.

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