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The average train between Preston and Grays takes 4h 5m and the fastest train takes 3h 13m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston to Grays. 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 5m
Duration
230 mi
Distance
£82
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Preston to London Eustontrain train Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
3h 25m
£57–124

Preston to Grays train times

Trains run hourly between Preston and Grays. The earliest departure is at 3:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:18 PM which arrives into Grays at 6:34 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 4h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)c2c3h 42m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)c2c3h 43m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)c2c3h 47m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)c2c3h 48m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperLondon Underground (Tube)c2c4h 51m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)c2c3h 35m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)c2c3h 18m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)c2c3h 46m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperLondon Underground (Tube)c2c4h 51m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)c2c3h 35m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)c2c3h 18m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)c2c3h 46m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperLondon Underground (Tube)c2c4h 51m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)c2c3h 35m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)c2c3h 18m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)c2c3h 46m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Preston to Grays? 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 to Grays.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 230 mi
  • Duration: 4h 5m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to London Euston hourly. Tickets cost £70–120 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route twice daily.

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