Is there a direct train from Preston to Grimsby?

The journey between Preston and Grimsby usually involves one change of train. We usually find at least one departure on the route from Preston to Grimsby 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 Preston to Grimsby?

The Preston to Grimsby train travel takes about 3 hours and 24 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Preston to Grimsby train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Grimsby leaving Preston at around 00:57 and the last train leaving at around 23:46.At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Preston at around 00:57, with the final departure at 23:22.

Preston to Grimsby by train

First train

00:57
Last train

23:46

Avg changes

1
Fastest journey

3hr 24m

Distance

174 kilometres
Trains per day

45

Avg. journey time

4hr 10m
Train operators

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Cost of train tickets between Preston and Grimsby

The cheapest train tickets from Preston to Grimsby start at £24.60. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, . If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around .

Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from Preston to Grimsby is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 5 months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.

Preston to Grimsby train schedule

The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 00:57.
The latest weekday train along this route departs at 23:46.
The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 00:57.
The latest weekend train along this route departs at 23:22.
45 trains run along this route each day.
Trains leave the station every 6 minutes.

Train duration for trips from Preston to Grimsby

The swiftest journey time on this route is 3 hours and 24 minutes, crossing a total distance of 174 kilometres.

How far in advance Preston and Grimsby tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Preston and Grimsby are available 5 months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Learn more about train travel from Preston to Grimsby

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FAQs about the train journey from Preston to Grimsby

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

The total distance between Preston and Grimsby by train is 174 kilometres.

How much does the train from Preston to Grimsby cost?

The minimum fare on this route is £24.60. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . If booked 7 days before departure, the cost is approximately .

How far in advance can I book my Preston to Grimsby train tickets?

Tickets for this route go on sale 5 months in advance of the departure date.

How long does it take to get from Preston to Grimsby?

The fastest jouney takes 3 hours and 24 minutes.

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