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About Long Preston (LPR) Train Station

Station managed by: Northern

Long Preston station
Station Road
Long Preston
North Yorkshire
BD23 4NH

Long Preston Station can be found on Station Road in Long Preston as shown on the map, and is operated by Northern.

Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Long Preston Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.

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Everything you need to know about Long Preston Station

Welcome to Long Preston Train Station

Nestled in the scenic North Yorkshire countryside, Long Preston train station serves as a quaint yet vital link for residents and visitors venturing through the beautiful Ribble Valley. With its picturesque surroundings, this station adds charm to every journey that begins or ends at its platforms. Whether you're embarking on a scenic rail adventure or commuting for work, Long Preston offers a quiet yet reliable gateway to a variety of destinations.

Long Preston Station Facilities and Features

Long Preston offers a basic array of facilities, yet ensures that essential amenities are there for travelers. While it does lack a ticket office and ticket machines, passengers are advised to buy tickets online in advance or consider options that permit on-board purchasing. Although there's no staff on site to assist directly, help can be accessed through the customer help points available at the station. Need some quick information? The station is equipped with departure screens and also provides announcements to keep you updated.

Accessibility at Long Preston is thoughtfully considered. The station is classified as Category B meaning there is step-free access, primarily on the LDS platform. Wheelchair users and those with mobility impairments can navigate the station with relative ease. The car park, which is operational round the clock, offers ample parking—though, notably, no dedicated accessible spaces are available.

Services and Connectivity

While Long Preston might seem less equipped in terms of amenities such as waiting lounges, shops or refreshment facilities, it compensates with its seamless transport linkages. Replacement transport services are coordinated right from the station’s car park, ensuring smooth transitions even when the rail is under maintenance.

Those wanting to grab a cab can do so using the Cab4You service. Bus services, however, aren't conveniently close, so planning any onward bus journeys ahead of traveling is advised. Bicycle enthusiasts will find secure spaces for bike parking within the car park, although bike hire isn't an option directly at the station.

Popular Travel Routes from Long Preston

Long Preston station connects you to numerous vibrant towns and cities, each offering unique attractions. Why not hop on a train to Leeds for a cultural deep-dive, or take a short ride to the historic market town of Skipton? For those wanting to venture further, a journey to Carlisle presents amazing landscapes along the stunning Settle-Carlisle line.

Travelers can also explore the rich literary heritage of Bradford or head towards the hustle and bustle of London Kings Cross. Each route from Long Preston promises a new story, ensuring that every journey is a tale in the making.

Conclusion: Your Journey Begins Here

Long Preston station may not be bustling with facilities, but it offers everything a traveler needs to set off on a hassle-free journey. Its charm lies in its simplicity and the ease with which it connects you to some of the most desirable destinations in the UK. So next time you're planning a trip, consider making Long Preston your starting point; the adventure will surely match the beauty of your surroundings.

Long Preston Station details & facilities

Ticket Office
Ticket Office Opening hoursThere is no ticket office at Long Preston, or a ticket machine to collect tickets from.
Ticket machinesNo
Collect tickets bought onlineNo
Accessible ticket machinesNo
Induction loopYes
Smartcards
Smartcards issued at this stationNo
Smartcard validatorsNo
Information available from staff

If the station is not staffed please use our helpline 08002006060

Customer information

DepartureScreens

Announcements

Staff help availableThere is no staff help available at Long Preston
Customer help pointsYes
Customer services notes

08002006060

Luggage storageNo
Lost property
Monday to Sunday:07:00 to 22:00

None

CCTV at the stationNo
Station Accessibility
Step-free access

Step free access is available in parts of this station.

  • Category B Station

Level access to LDS platform. Access to Carlisle platform is via road, under bridge and up quite steep ramp. Step free access from car park to station

To find our more about travelling around this station, please see the 360 map click here

Ticket barriers and gatesNo
Accessible ticket machinesNo
Induction loopYes
Ramp for train accessYes
Accessible ToiletsNo
Waiting roomsThere is no waiting room office at Long Preston
Seating areaNo
Wheelchairs availableNo
Getting to and from the station
Accessible taxis hereNo
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up pointYes

Step free access from car park to station approximately 20 unmarked spaces.

Accessible spacesNone
Accessible car park equipmentTrue

None

Staff Help
Staff help availableThere is no staff help available at Long Preston
Customer Help Points and Meeting PointYes
Helpline

Assistance is provided by the conductor at this station, please wait on the platform for the train to arrive.

We can also provide help when you travel, even if it has not been booked in advance. You can turn up at this station if it is accessible to you and request assistance onto a train from a member of staff directly, or by using a help point. Boarding ramps are carried on all of our trains.

We want everyone to travel with confidence. That is why, if you are planning on travelling on national rail services, you can request an assistance booking in advance - now up to 2 hours before your journey is due to start, any time of the day. For more information about Passenger Assist and how to request an assistance booking via Passenger Assist, please click here.

ToiletsNo
Accessible ToiletsNo
Baby ChangingNo
Waiting roomsThere is no waiting room office at Long Preston
Seating areaNo
1st Class LoungeNo
Station Car Park
OperatorNorthern
Car Parking Availability
Monday to Friday:Open 24 hours
Saturday:Open 24 hours
Sunday:Open 24 hours
Spaces6
Accessible spaces0
Accessible car park equipmentYes
Car park CCTVNo
Parking charges
FreeTrue
Refreshment FacilitiesNo
ATM MachineNo
ShopsNo
Currency ExchangeNo
Pay PhonesNo
Public Wi-FiNo
Bicycle Storage
Spaces10

Within Car Park

Type of StorageStands,
ShelteredYes
CCTVYes
Bicycle Hire
Cycle Hire Information

Available

Not available at this station.

Transport Links to and from Long Preston Station

All you need to know about Long Preston's links with other modes of transport, including local bus services, taxis, care hire & more

Replacement transport will pick up/drop off at the station car park.

None close by. Busline 0871 200 2233

Available

Not available at this station.

Live Departures and arrivals from Long Preston Station

Want to check the latest departures and arrivals into Long Preston station? Find live information for the next trains departing and arriving at the station below.

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