Warwick to Preston by train

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Overview: trains from Warwick to Preston

Find the key information for travelling by train from Warwick to Preston, 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 05:49 View journey
Last train 23:32 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 39m View journey
Distance (km) 180
Trains / day 28 View all
Cheapest journey €24.55 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 17m
Train operators 6

Going from Warwick to Preston by train

About to set off from Warwick to Preston by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Cost of train tickets between Warwick and Preston

The cheapest train tickets from Warwick to Preston start at €24.55. 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 Warwick to Preston is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 5 and a half 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.

Train times for travel from Warwick to Preston

During the week, the earliest departure time is at 05:49 and the last departure is 20:13. On weekends, the first train departs at 08:00 and the last train leaves at 23:32. On average, a total of 28 trains make this journey each day.

Warwick to Preston train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 180 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 2 hours and 39 minutes.

When do tickets between Warwick and Preston go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Warwick and Preston 5 and a half months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Learn even more about travelling from Warwick to Preston by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Preston.

FAQs about the train journey from Warwick to Preston

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

The trip from Warwick to Preston covers a distance of 180 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

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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.