Travelling from Preston to Gatwick Airport by train

Want to know how to get from Preston to Gatwick Airport by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Preston to Gatwick Airport take around 3 hours and 20 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 337 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Preston is scheduled to depart at around  00:57. The last departure is usually at around 21:18. This is the same as during the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 50 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 1 minute.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £54.33.

We think any time is a great time to visit Gatwick Airport, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Gatwick Airport.

Is there a direct train from Preston to Gatwick Airport?

The journey between Preston and Gatwick Airport usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Preston to Gatwick Airport every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Preston to Gatwick Airport?

The Preston to Gatwick Airport train travel takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Preston to Gatwick Airport train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Gatwick Airport leaving Preston at around 00:57 and the last train leaving at around 21:18. This is the same at the weekend.