Grantham to Preston by train

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Overview: trains from Grantham to Preston

Find the key information for travelling by train from Grantham to Preston, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 07:02 View journey
Last train 23:12 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 56m View journey
Distance (km) 167
Trains / day 36 View all
Cheapest journey AU$132.17 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 54m
Train operators 7

Travelling by train from Grantham to Preston

Ready to travel from Grantham to Preston by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Train ticket cost for journeys between Grantham and Preston

Just like airline tickets, train fares vary by the operator, the number of stops, the time of day you travel, how far in advance you book and more. When it comes to timing, while the cheapest tickets on this route are typically AU$132.17, when booked a month in advance, tickets costs an average of , and when purchased a week in advance, tickets increase to .

How to find cheap train tickets

Booking early nearly always keeps more money in your pocket, but there are other ways to save big on tickets. Refer to our cheap train ticket guide to make sure you make the most out of your travel budget.

Grantham to Preston departure frequency and train timetable

With 36 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 24 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 07:02 and the last one is at 23:09. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 07:02, with the last one at 23:12.

Travel time and distance between Grantham and Preston

The route’s fastest journey takes 2 hours and 56 minutes, covering a total of 167 kilometres.

How far in advance Grantham and Preston tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Grantham and Preston are available 5 and a half months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Learn more about train travel from Grantham to Preston

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Grantham and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Preston city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Grantham to Preston

Want to know more about your journey from Grantham to Preston? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train journey between Grantham and Preston covers 167 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.