How much does a train ticket cost from Coventry to Preston?

The cheapest train tickets from Coventry to Preston start from £16. The average price for this train route is around £54. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Coventry to Preston?

The average train journey time from Coventry to Preston is 2h 15m, covering a distance of 106 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 12m and is operated by Avanti West Coast .

Which train operators serve the Coventry to Preston route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 8 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Coventry to Preston?

The earliest train from Coventry to Preston departs at 07:27. And the latest train departs at 19:36.

Train Coventry to Preston from £14

Next train departures

Next departures from Coventry to Preston on 14 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:36	Coventry	2h 18m	20:54	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Cheapest
Train	17:39	Coventry	2h 13m	19:52	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Fastest
Train	15:36	Coventry	2h 15m	17:51	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	15:36	Coventry	2h 15m	17:51	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	16:36	Coventry	2h 15m	18:51	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags

Next departures from Coventry to Preston on 15 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:26	Coventry	2h 27m	10:53	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Cheapest
Train	17:39	Coventry	2h 13m	19:52	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Fastest
Train	07:35	Coventry	2h 16m	09:51	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	07:35	Coventry	2h 16m	09:51	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	08:26	Coventry	2h 27m	10:53	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 08:43 BST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Coventry to Preston

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Preston. The journey takes about 2 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8train per day

2h 15mAverage duration

106 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£18 - £37	Average duration6h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£16 - £154	Average duration2h 15m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Avanti West Coast

3.8/542 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi2.1

Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Avanti West Coast ticket prices on this trip start at £16

GB train companies: RegioJet, CrossCountry, FlixTrain, Great Western Railway, Northern, ScotRail, Transpennine Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Coventry to Preston by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Coventry to Preston?
The cheapest train tickets from Coventry to Preston start from £16. The average price for this train route is around £54. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Coventry to Preston?
The average train journey time from Coventry to Preston is 2h 15m, covering a distance of 106 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 12m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators serve the Coventry to Preston route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 8 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Coventry to Preston?
The earliest train from Coventry to Preston departs at 07:27. And the latest train departs at 19:36.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/04

£18

13/04

£16

Today

£16

15/04

£17

16/04

No data

17/04

£17

18/04

£14

19/04

No data

The cheapest trip from Coventry to Preston was searched and found on 18 Apr 2026 with a price of £14

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Coventry to Preston as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £14 to £146 for a train ticket from Coventry to Preston based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £14, which is on 2026-04-18.