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Trains from Banbury (BAN) to Preston (Lancs)

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16

train journeys
per day

130

miles (210 kms)

3hrs 27 mins

fastest journey

06:58 / 00:34

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Banbury (BAN) to Preston (Lancs)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Banbury and Preston (Lancs) , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Banbury to Preston (Lancs) is approximately 130 miles (210 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 13 mins.

Chiltern Railways, First TransPennine Express, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Banbury and Preston (Lancs).

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Banbury to Preston (Lancs). The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 27 mins.

Journeys from Banbury to Preston (Lancs) Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:58
    3 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    10:32
    Banbury
    Preston (Lancs)
    Banbury to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:58
    3 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    11:32
    Banbury
    Preston (Lancs)
    Banbury to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:58
    3 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    12:30
    Banbury
    Preston (Lancs)
    Banbury to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:57
    3 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    13:35
    Banbury
    Preston (Lancs)
    Banbury to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:59
    3 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    14:31
    Banbury
    Preston (Lancs)
    Banbury to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:58
    3 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    16:32
    Banbury
    Preston (Lancs)
    Banbury to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:58
    3 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    17:32
    Banbury
    Preston (Lancs)
    Banbury to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:58
    3 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    18:30
    Banbury
    Preston (Lancs)
    Banbury to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:32
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    18:59
    Banbury
    Preston (Lancs)
    Banbury to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:58
    3 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    19:32
    Banbury
    Preston (Lancs)
    Banbury to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:58
    3 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    20:26
    Banbury
    Preston (Lancs)
    Banbury to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:58
    3 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    22:51
    Banbury
    Preston (Lancs)
    Banbury to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:58
    3 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    23:55
    Banbury
    Preston (Lancs)
    Banbury to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:58
    3 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    00:56
    Banbury
    Preston (Lancs)
    Banbury to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:57
    8 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    06:41
    Banbury
    Preston (Lancs)
    Banbury to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:43
    8 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    07:51
    Banbury
    Preston (Lancs)
    Banbury to Preston (Lancs)

About Banbury Station

Station name Banbury (BAN)
Address Banbury station, Station Road, Banbury, Oxfordshire, OX16 5AB
Managed by CH

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 20:15
Saturday 06:35 - 19:15
Sunday 08:10 - 17:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Preston (Lancs) Station

Station name Preston (Lancs) (PRE)
Address Preston station, Fishergate, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 8AP
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 22:00
Saturday 04:45 - 21:00
Sunday 08:00 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Banbury and Preston (Lancs)

The travel time between Banbury and Preston (Lancs) by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 13 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 27 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Banbury and Preston (Lancs) vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:58, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:34.

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Amenities on trains between Banbury and Preston (Lancs) can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Banbury & Preston (Lancs). owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

Chiltern Railways, First TransPennine Express, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Banbury and Preston (Lancs).

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Banbury and Preston (Lancs), but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.