Trains from Preston to London Kings Cross from $40.89*

Trains from Preston to London Kings Cross from $40.89*

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Preston to London Kings Cross Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Preston to London Kings Cross, starting from $40.89 and averaging $42.53. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 5m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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05:50
Preston (Lancs)
10:26
London Kings Cross
4h 36m, Changes requiredNorthernCrossCountryAvanti West Coast
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07:13
Preston (Lancs)
10:50
London Kings Cross
3h 37m, Changes requiredNorthernAvanti West Coast
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07:22
Preston (Lancs)
11:20
London Kings Cross
3h 58m, Changes requiredNorthernAvanti West Coast
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08:17
Preston (Lancs)
11:33
London Kings Cross
3h 16m, DirectAvanti West Coast
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08:20
Preston (Lancs)
12:19
London Kings Cross
3h 59m, Changes requiredNorthernAvanti West Coast
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09:27
Preston (Lancs)
12:33
Paris
3h 6m, DirectAvanti West Coast
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Preston to London Kings Cross Train Route Details

The Preston to London Kings Cross train ticket is from $40.89. The average travel time is 3h 5m, covering a distance of approximately 189 miles. There are usually 24 daily trains provided by Avanti West Coast,CrossCountry,Caledonian Sleeper. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
05:50
Last train
Last train
23:49
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
3h 5m
Distance
Distance
189 miles
Price
Price
$40.89*

Preston to London Kings Cross Train Travel Guide

Preston to London Kings Cross Train Travel Guide

Arriving in London Kings Cross

Every day, up to 24 train depart from Preston and arrive in London Kings Cross, with the shortest journey taking 3h 5m minutes.

Book cheap train tickets from Preston to London Kings Cross

Let's save unnecessary costs when traveling from Preston to London Kings Cross by taking trains. The best way to find cheap train tickets is through Trip.com. We offer various discounted tips that can guide you towards a more affordable journey, such as using Railcards, Season Tickets, or Split Tickets. Explore the options below for more choices.

Season Tickets for frequent travel

If you frequently travel between Preston and London Kings Cross, a Season Ticket could be the best way to save money. Season Tickets allow unlimited travel between the specified stations and are available for various durations, such as weekly, monthly, or annually. By opting for a Season Ticket, you can enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey, as well as significant savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Various Railcards are available for different groups and can save you up to 1/3 on fares from Preston to London Kings Cross. You can choose the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard based on your age. Additionally, the Family & Friends Railcard or Two Together Railcard are good options for group travel.

Traveling during off-peak hours

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets and can be used on services that are less busy, typically outside the morning and evening rush hours. If your schedule allows flexibility, choosing off-peak hours for your trip from Preston to London Kings Cross can result in significant cost savings. In most cities and large towns, off-peak hours usually start at 09:30 from Monday to Friday. In other areas, they typically begin at 09:00.

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