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About Preston (Lancs) (PRE) Train Station

Station managed by: Avanti West Coast

Preston station
Fishergate
Preston
Lancashire
PR1 8AP

Preston (Lancs) Station can be found on Fishergate in Preston as shown on the map, and is operated by Avanti West Coast.

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

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Everything you need to know about Preston (Lancs) Station

Welcome to Preston (Lancs) Train Station

Whether you're setting off for a scenic trip through the UK, commuting for work, or heading to visit friends and family, Preston (Lancs) train station acts as a gateway to your journey. Situated in the vibrant heart of Lancashire, Preston station offers a comprehensive range of facilities that cater to your travel needs, making it a crucial hub for both local and long-distance travel.

The station is efficiently managed by Avanti West Coast and ensures a seamless experience for travelers, thanks to its extensive amenities and services that cater to millions of passengers each year. From ticketing to refreshments, everything is designed to make your travel as comfortable and convenient as possible.

Station Facilities & Amenities

Preston (Lancs) train station is well-equipped to handle the demands of modern travel. The ticket office is open from early morning until late at night, and with ticket machines available, it's convenient to purchase and collect your tickets, including those bought online. While smartcards aren't issued at the station, helpful staff are always available to assist you at help points, information points, and the ticket office itself.

Accessibility is a key strength of the station, with step-free access throughout, ramps for train access, and accessible ticket machines. Waiting rooms with automatic doors are located on platforms 3 and 4. Although there's no first-class lounge, seating and accessible toilets are available, providing a comfortable environment for everyone. CCTV coverage enhances the safety and security of the station premises.

For those needing to stay connected, the station provides accessible pay phones, although public Wi-Fi isn't available. Should you wish to explore local amenities or grab a quick refreshment, a selection of shops and eateries are conveniently located within the station.

Onward Travel Options

The station is a well-connected transport node that offers a variety of onward travel options. Taxis are readily accessible outside the station entrance, and a freephone service is available within the ticket office area to book them. Preston's local bus services also provide an efficient means of travel within and around the city, albeit with no Metro services available.

Should your journey require car hire, the nearest Eurocar branch is located approximately half a mile from the station. For the environmentally conscious or recreation-minded, a cycle hire is available from Leisure Lakes Bikes, offering a convenient bike shop adjacent to Platform 7. Additionally, the station allows easy pick-up and drop-off for Rail Replacement Services at the short-stay car park on Butler Street.

Popular Destinations from Preston

Preston station serves as a gateway to a plethora of bustling cities and tranquil towns across the UK. With direct routes to major cities like London Euston and Manchester Piccadilly, the station provides fast and frequent services that cater to both business and leisure travelers. Whether you're heading off to the seaside charm of Blackpool North or the cultural richness of Edinburgh, you'll find the station's connections both comprehensive and convenient.

Don't forget, journeys to closer destinations like Liverpool Lime Street or Manchester Airport can be a breeze with excellent train services. Explore more rural settings such as Blackburn or plan your next adventure to vibrant Glasgow Central. Whatever your destination, Preston's connectivity ensures you're never too far from your next adventure.

Your Ticket to Exploring

Whether you're a seasoned commuter or an enthusiastic explorer, Preston (Lancs) train station opens the door to an exciting world of travel opportunities. It stands as a testament to Lancashire's vibrant rail history while seamlessly integrating modern conveniences for today's traveler.

As each train departs, the promise of discovering new places or reconnecting with loved ones begins. Make Preston (Lancs) your starting point for countless journeys, and don't hesitate to snag your travel tickets to make the most of your trip. With a wealth of connections and a rich tapestry of destinations at your disposal, there's no better time than now to explore the wonders that lie beyond Preston's tracks.

Preston (Lancs) Station details & facilities

Ticket Office
Ticket Office Opening hours
Monday to Friday:05:45 to 22:00
Saturday:04:45 to 21:00
Sunday:08:00 to 22:00
Ticket machinesYes
Collect tickets bought onlineYes

Collect tickets at the ticket machine

Accessible ticket machinesYes
Induction loopYes
Smartcards
Smartcards issued at this stationNo
Smartcard validatorsNo
Information available from staff

Yes - from help point

Yes - from information point

Yes - from ticket office

Customer information

DepartureScreens

ArrivalScreens

Announcements

Staff help available
Monday to Friday:04:00 to 01:00
Saturday:04:00 to 01:00
Sunday:04:00 to 01:00
Customer help pointsYes
Customer services notes

Customers are encouraged to approach a member of station staff with any customer information enquiry.

Luggage storageNo
Lost property

Avanti West Coast Lost Property

CCTV at the stationYes
Station Accessibility
Step-free access

Step free access is available throughout the whole station.

Category B1 - This station has step-free access to all platforms via the subway (with steep ramps) or using the lifts provided.

Ticket barriers and gatesNo
Accessible ticket machinesYes
Induction loopYes
Ramp for train accessYes
Accessible ToiletsYes
Waiting rooms

Available on Platform 3/4. Automatic doors available on all waiting rooms.

Seating areaYes
Wheelchairs availableYes
Getting to and from the station
Accessible taxis hereNo
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up pointYes
Accessible spaces18
Accessible car park equipmentTrue

None

Staff Help
Staff help available
Monday to Friday:04:00 to 01:00
Saturday:04:00 to 01:00
Sunday:04:00 to 01:00
Customer Help Points and Meeting PointYes
Helpline

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.

ToiletsYes

The accessible toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A Changing Places toilet is available on Platform 3, accessed using a RADAR key.

Accessible ToiletsYes
Baby ChangingYes
Waiting rooms

Available on Platform 3/4. Automatic doors available on all waiting rooms.

Seating areaYes
1st Class LoungeNo
Station Car Park
OperatorAvanti West Coast
Car Parking Availability
Monday to Sunday:Open 24 hours
Spaces1025
Accessible spaces18
Accessible car park equipmentYes
Car park CCTVYes
Parking charges
Note<p>For information on how to get to the car park, plus work out the cost of your stay, visit the <a href="https://www.avantiwestcoast.co.uk/where-we-go/parking/preston-railway-station-parking" title="">Avanti West Coast website</a></p><p>Different rates apply to non rail users, please speak to a member of staff.</p>
Daily£12.50
Annual£1,200.00
Sunday£6.50
Monthly£166.00
Saturday£6.50
Three_monthly£374.00
Refreshment FacilitiesAvailable

Refreshments and shops available on Platform 3/4

ATM MachineAvailable
ShopsAvailable
Currency ExchangeNo
Pay PhonesYes
Public Wi-FiNo
Bicycle Storage
Spaces246

Cycle hub by the Butler Street entrance 200 spaces

9 hoops on platform 3 (Only 1 x cycles per hoop = 9 spaces)

Type of StorageCompounds, Stands,
ShelteredYes
CCTVYes
Bicycle Hire
Cycle Hire Information

Available

Cycle Hire available from Leisure Lakes Bikes.  A bike shop, sales, hire and services is available adjacent to Platform 7 on Butler Street, outside the Multi-Story car park.  For more details click here.

Transport Links to and from Preston (Lancs) Station

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

Pick Up / Drop Off in the short stay car park on Butler St.

Available outside the entrance. A freephone line is available in the ticket office area.

Information to plan your onward journey is available in a printable format below

No Metro services

Available

Cycle Hire available from Leisure Lakes Bikes.  A bike shop, sales, hire and services is available adjacent to Platform 7 on Butler Street, outside the Multi-Story car park.  For more details click here.

Nearest Eurocar about half a mile from the station

Live Departures and arrivals from Preston (Lancs) Station

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

Arriving fromTrainArrival TimePlatformStatus
from Manchester AirportTransPennine Express12:583On time This train has been delayed by a late running train being in front of this one at Manchester Piccadilly
from Blackpool SouthNorthern13:081On time
from Liverpool Lime StreetTransPennine Express13:063On time
from Barrow-in-FurnessNorthern13:094On time
from EdinburghAvanti West Coast13:146On time
from OrmskirkNorthern13:174cOn time
from Blackpool NorthAvanti West Coast13:12213:17
from Blackpool NorthNorthern13:19413:21
Going toTrainDeparture TimePlatformStatus
to EdinburghTransPennine Express12:59313:05 This train has been delayed by a late running train being in front of this one at Manchester Piccadilly
to Glasgow CentralTransPennine Express13:093On time
to Manchester AirportNorthern13:104On time
to OrmskirkNorthern13:103COn time
to London EustonAvanti West Coast13:176On time
to London EustonAvanti West Coast13:192On time
to Manchester AirportNorthern13:21413:21
to ColneNorthern13:224cOn time