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Preston to Hackney Central Station trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Preston and Hackney Central Station takes 3h 22m and the fastest train takes 2h 37m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston to Hackney Central Station. 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 22m
Duration
212 mi
Distance
£75
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Preston to London Eustontrain train Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2h 29m
£51–117

Preston to Hackney Central Station train times

Trains run hourly between Preston and Hackney Central Station. The earliest departure is at 3:14 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:18 PM which arrives into Hackney Central Station at 6:22 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 3h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperLondon Underground (Tube)London Overground4h 6m • 2 changes

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    Caledonian SleeperLondon Underground (Tube)London Overground3h 49m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)London Overground2h 44m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)London Overground2h 39m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperLondon Underground (Tube)London Overground4h 8m • 2 changes

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    Caledonian SleeperLondon Underground (Tube)London Overground3h 54m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)London Overground2h 50m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)London Overground2h 58m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)London Overground3h 29m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)London Overground3h 4m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)London Overground2h 47m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)London Overground2h 54m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperLondon Underground (Tube)London Overground4h 7m • 2 changes

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    Caledonian SleeperLondon Underground (Tube)London Overground3h 42m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Preston to Hackney Central Station? 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.

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  • Distance: 212 mi
  • Duration: 3h 22m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Hackney Central Station, 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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