Preston to Aylesbury by train

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Overview: trains from Preston to Aylesbury

Find the key information for travelling by train from Preston to Aylesbury, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 04:02 View journey
Last train 21:22 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 33m View journey
Distance (km) 251
Trains / day 21 View all
Cheapest journey US$90.50 View journey
Avg journey time 5hr 25m
Train operators 5

Preston to Aylesbury by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Preston to Aylesbury? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 251 kilometres.

Train cost between Preston and Aylesbury

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: US$90.50

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

  • Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

  • Travel with a budget train operator

  • Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

  • Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

  • Select a non-flexible fare

  • Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

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Preston to Aylesbury daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Aylesbury on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 21 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • 04:02: departure of first train Monday-Friday

  • 21:17: departure of last train Monday-Friday

  • 05:32: departure of first train on weekends

  • 21:22: departure of last train on weekends

  • Every 49 minutes: frequency of train departures

Preston to Aylesbury distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 251 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 3 hours and 33 minutes.

Booking Preston to Aylesbury trains in advance

Booking your Preston to Aylesbury tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 3 months before departure.

Get notified of when tickets open for travel between Preston and Aylesbury by setting up a booking alert. We will send you an email as soon as your tickets are available for purchase.

Learn more about train travel from Preston to Aylesbury

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Preston and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Aylesbury city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Preston to Aylesbury

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

The train journey between Preston and Aylesbury covers 251 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.