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London Waterloo East to Preston (Lancs) Train prices and times
Planning a journey from London Waterloo East to Preston (Lancs)? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as SAR 175.76, with average prices for this route around SAR 175.76. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
07:51 London Waterloo East | 11:40 Preston (Lancs) |  | Find Tickets |
08:50 London Waterloo East | 12:40 Preston (Lancs) | | Find Tickets |
08:55 London Waterloo East | 12:40 Preston (Lancs) |  | Find Tickets |
09:50 London Waterloo East | 13:39 Preston (Lancs) | | Find Tickets |
09:55 London Waterloo East | 13:39 Preston (Lancs) | | Find Tickets |
11:33 London Waterloo East | 14:40 Paris | | Find Tickets |
London Waterloo East to Preston (Lancs) Train Route Details
First train
07:51
Last train
23:43
Journey time
3 ساعات 6 دقائق
Distance
306 km
Price
SAR 175.76*
How to book cheap train tickets from London Waterloo East to Preston (Lancs)
Season Tickets for frequent travel
If you frequently travel between London Waterloo East and Preston (Lancs), a Season Ticket allows unlimited travel between these stations and is available for various durations, such as weekly, monthly, annual, or flexi. Enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey, as well as significant savings.
Network Railcard for South East England
By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.
Traveling in off-peak train times
Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from London Waterloo East to Preston (Lancs) can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from London Waterloo East to Preston (Lancs) for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split Tickets for greater savings
Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from London Waterloo East to Preston (Lancs), you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from London Waterloo East to Preston (Lancs) ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3
If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.
London Waterloo East to Preston (Lancs) train ticket types
Save money on your trip from London Waterloo East to Preston (Lancs) with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-peak & Super Off-peak tickets
Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
Valid for both an outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.