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Outbound fromEpsom (Surrey) to Preston (Lancs) by train
It takes an average of 8h 48m to travel from Epsom (Surrey) to Preston (Lancs) by train, over a distance of around 196 miles (316 km). There are normally 1 train per day travelling from Epsom (Surrey) to Preston (Lancs) and tickets for this journey start from £87.30 when you book in advance.
| First train | 20:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:01 | |
| Departure station | Epsom (Surrey) | |
| Arrival station | Preston (Lancs) | |
| Journey time | From 3h 45m | |
| Distance | 196 miles (316 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £87.30 | |
| Train operators | TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, Southern |
Travelling from Epsom (Surrey) to Preston (Lancs) by train
Looking to travel from Epsom (Surrey) to Preston (Lancs) by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 8 hours 48 minutes to travel from Epsom (Surrey) to Preston (Lancs) by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 45 minutes though. You'll usually find 1 train per day running along the 196 miles (316 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Preston (Lancs), as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway or Thameslink to get to Preston (Lancs). As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Epsom (Surrey) to Preston (Lancs) in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £87.30.
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FAQs about the train journey from Epsom (Surrey) to Preston (Lancs)
Want to know more about your journey from Epsom (Surrey) to Preston (Lancs)? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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Cheap train tickets from Epsom (Surrey) to Preston (Lancs)
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Epsom (Surrey) to Preston (Lancs) is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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