Crawley to Preston by train

Taking the train from Crawley to Preston

So you’re considering going from Crawley to Preston by train? To ensure you have the smoothest, most carefree travel, keep this page handy.

Train cost between Crawley and Preston: 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 €103.57, 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.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Crawley to Preston daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Preston on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 37 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

• 05:49: departure of first train Monday-Friday

• 23:46: departure of last train Monday-Friday

• 05:55: departure of first train on weekends

• 23:23: departure of last train on weekends

• Every 23 minutes: frequency of train departures

Average train travel time and distance from Crawley to Preston

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 3 hours and 37 minutes, spanning 340 kilometres in total.

How early can you book train tickets from Crawley to Preston?

Tickets on this route typically go on sale 3 months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.

Making the most of your Crawley to Preston travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Preston.