Preston to Hinckley by train

Explore Preston to Hinckley by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Preston to Hinckley aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.

Train cost between Preston and Hinckley: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from CA$93.41, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

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Train times for travel between Preston and Hinckley

If you are taking the train from Preston to Hinckley, you will have 19 trains each day (with a departure every 59 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 00:47. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 21:17. On weekends, the first train departs at 00:57, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 21:22.

How long does the train from Preston to Hinckley take?

The shortest journey time on this route is 1 hour and 58 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 163 kilometres.

When do tickets go on sale between Preston and Hinckley?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Preston and Hinckley 4 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Making the most of your trip to Hinckley

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Hinckley.