Is there a direct train from Romford to Preston?

The journey between Romford and Preston usually involves one change of train. We usually find at least one departure on the route from Romford to Preston every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Romford to Preston?

The Romford to Preston train travel takes about 3 hours and 9 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Romford to Preston train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Preston leaving Romford at around 00:02 and the last train leaving at around 19:53.At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Romford at around 00:02, with the final departure at 23:58.

Romford to Preston by train

First train

00:02
Last train

23:58

Avg changes

1
Fastest journey

3hr 9m

Distance

311 kilometres
Trains per day

28

Avg. journey time

3hr 31m
Train operators

Going from Romford to Preston by train

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Train cost from Romford to Preston

Ready to book tickets from Romford 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 Romford and Preston typically run AU$150.70.
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 2 and a half months in advance.

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Departure frequency and timetable from Romford to Preston

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Romford to Preston:

00:02 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).
19:53 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).
00:02 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).
23:58 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).
A train departs every 34 minutes from Romford toward Preston.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 28 trains serving this route each day.

Train travel time and distance from Romford to Preston

Trains can complete this route in as little as 3 hours and 9 minutes. The total distance travelled is 311 kilometres.

When are tickets between Romford and Preston available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Romford and Preston can be purchased 2 and a half months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

More information on train travel from Romford to Preston

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FAQs about the train journey from Romford to Preston

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

How far is the journey from Romford to Preston by train?

The total distance between Romford and Preston by train is 311 kilometres.

How much is a train ticket from Romford to Preston?

The cheapest fare on this route is AU$150.70. If you book 30 days in advance, tickets cost about . If booked 7 days in advance, the cost is typically .

When are tickets available for booking for travel from Romford to Preston by train?

You can purchase tickets for this journey 2 and a half months ahead of the travel date.

How long does the train take from Romford to Preston?

The fastest journey takes 3 hours and 9 minutes.

Preston to Romford by train

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