Hinckley to Preston by train

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Overview: trains from Hinckley to Preston

Find the key information for travelling by train from Hinckley 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 06:08 View journey
Last train 22:47 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 3m View journey
Distance (km) 163
Trains / day 18 View all
Cheapest journey AU$50.12 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 3m
Train operators 3

Discover Hinckley to Preston by train

Planning a train adventure from Hinckley to Preston? To get started, check out our detailed guide to a seamless, enjoyable journey.

Train cost from Hinckley to Preston

Ready to book tickets from Hinckley to Preston? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:

  • The cheapest tickets between Hinckley and Preston typically run AU$50.12.

  • If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .

  • If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .

  • You can book travel between these two destinations 5 and a half months in advance.

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Hinckley to Preston departure timetable

On this route, 18 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Hinckley at 07:02 and the last leaving at 22:47 during the week.

For weekend travel to Preston, the earliest departure is at 06:08 and the last one is at 22:39. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 54 minutes.

Travel time and distance between Hinckley and Preston

The route’s fastest journey takes 2 hours and 3 minutes, covering a total of 163 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets from Hinckley to Preston?

Tickets on this route typically go on sale 5 and a half months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.

Making the most of your Hinckley to Preston travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Preston.

FAQs about the train journey from Hinckley to Preston

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

The total distance from Hinckley to Preston is 163 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.