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

The cheapest train tickets from Nottingham to Preston start from £86. The average price for this train route is around £86. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Nottingham to Preston?

The average train journey time from Nottingham to Preston is 3h 15m, covering a distance of 86 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 14m and is operated by Northern .

Which train operators serve the Nottingham to Preston route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Nottingham to Preston departs at 07:18. And the latest train departs at 16:17.

Train Nottingham to Preston from £86

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Nottingham to Preston on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:18	Nottingham	3h 14m	10:32	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	09:17	Nottingham	3h 19m	12:36	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	16:17	Nottingham	3h 15m	19:32	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Nottingham to Preston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Preston. The journey takes about 10 hours and with fares starting at just £50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

10hAverage duration

85 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£50 - £50	Average duration10h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£86 - £86	Average duration3h 15m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£14 - £14	Average duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Nottingham and Preston?

Nottingham

A
Coach Station
Broad March Bus Station, Canal Street, Nottingham, NG1
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Preston

A
Preston (Lancs), Rail Station
Preston, Fishergate, Preston PR1 8AP, UK
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Train Companies

Northern

4/526 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5

WiFi3.2

Based on 26 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Northern ticket prices on this trip start at £86

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Preston?
The cheapest train tickets from Nottingham to Preston start from £86. The average price for this train route is around £86. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Nottingham to Preston?
The average train journey time from Nottingham to Preston is 3h 15m, covering a distance of 86 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 14m and is operated by Northern.
Which train operators serve the Nottingham to Preston route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Nottingham to Preston?
The earliest train from Nottingham to Preston departs at 07:18. And the latest train departs at 16:17.