Croydon to Preston by train
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Overview: trains from Croydon to Preston
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From Croydon to Preston by train
Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Croydon to Preston by train. With 62 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.
Cost of a train ticket between Croydon and Preston
The cheapest ticket price along this route is £64.25. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 5 months in advance.
What’s included in the price of a European train ticket
When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.
Croydon to Preston departure timetable
On this route, 62 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Croydon at 03:40 and the last leaving at 20:10 during the week.
For weekend travel to Preston, the earliest departure is at 06:10 and the last one is at 23:55. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 8 minutes.
Croydon to Preston distance and train travel time
The total distance for this route is 319 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 3 hours and 4 minutes.
How far in advance Croydon and Preston tickets go on sale
Tickets for travel between Croydon and Preston are available 5 months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.
Additional information on train travel from Croydon to Preston
Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Preston city guide to start planning your getaway.
FAQs about the train journey from Croydon to Preston
Want to know more about your journey from Croydon to Preston? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The total distance between Croydon and Preston by train is 319 kilometres.
The lowest price available on this route is £64.25. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . Booking 7 days before departure ensures that prices are usually around .
Tickets for this journey become available 5 months before the travel date.
The quickest journey is 3 hours and 4 minutes.
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