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Trip Summary
You can pick from 8 daily train trips between Preston and Lancaster. The average train journey from Preston to Lancaster takes 16 minutes, but some Virgin Trains train trips are as short as 14 minutes.
| Distance | 20 mi (32 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 14m |
| Lowest price | $5.85 |
| Trains per day | 8 |
| Most frequent service | Virgin Trains |
| Train lines | 3 |
Train service from Preston to Lancaster
- Northern Rail tickets: C$5 one-way
- TransPennine Express tickets: C$11 one-way
- Virgin Trains tickets: C$12 one-way
Which train should you take from Preston to Lancaster?
There are 3 train lines with service from Preston to Lancaster. Virgin Trains is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 4 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Rail | 2 | 0h 18m | $5.85 |
| TransPennine Express | 2 | 0h 15m | $10.46 |
| Virgin Trains | 4 | 0h 15m | $11.89 |
Northern Rail, branded simply as 'Northern' on its trains, travels to cities such as Manchester, Blackpool, Windermere, Newcastle, and York. Complimentary WiFi is usually available in first- and standard-class carriages, plus an onboard restroom. The newer trains boast extra legroom, and all services have space for luggage at the end of carriages.
TransPennine Express train tickets from Preston to Lancaster start from $10, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 TransPennine Express schedules to Lancaster. TransPennine Express in Preston leaves from Preston (Lancs) . And in Lancaster trains arrive at Lancaster Train Station .
From Preston to Lancaster train travel on TransPennine Express takes 0 hours and 15 minutes. If you are looking to get to Lancaster faster, TransPennine Express offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 0 hours and 14 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, TransPennine Express offers 2 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Lancaster.
Virgin Trains train tickets from Preston to Lancaster start from $12, and on average cost . Daily there are 4 Virgin Trains schedules to Lancaster. Virgin Trains in Preston leaves from Preston (Lancs) . And in Lancaster trains arrive at Lancaster Train Station .
From Preston to Lancaster train travel on Virgin Trains takes 0 hours and 15 minutes. If you are looking to get to Lancaster faster, Virgin Trains offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 0 hours and 14 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Virgin Trains offers 4 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Lancaster.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Preston to Lancaster are the most crowded on Monday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Monday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Preston at 9:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 8 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Preston to Lancaster.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Lancaster to Preston.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Preston?
Main departure station: Preston Station
There is one train station in Preston.
All train stations in Preston:
Preston Station
Where is the train station in Lancaster?
Main arrival station: Lancaster Train Station
Lancaster has one train station.
Train stations in Lancaster:
Lancaster Train Station
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