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Trains from Watford Junction to Preston (Lancs)

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31

train journeys
per day

174

miles (280 kms)

2hrs 32 mins

fastest journey

00:03 / 00:12

first / last train

10

direct trains

4

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Watford Junction to Preston (Lancs)

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On a typical weekday there are 31 scheduled rail journeys between Watford Junction and Preston (Lancs) , with 10 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 21 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Watford Junction to Preston (Lancs) is approximately 174 miles (280 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 46 mins.

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

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Watford Junction to Preston (Lancs). The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 32 mins.

Journeys from Watford Junction to Preston (Lancs) Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:03
    7 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    07:51
    Watford Junction
    Preston (Lancs)
    Watford Junction to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:48
    2 hrs 21 mins Direct
    08:09
    Watford Junction
    Preston (Lancs)
    Watford Junction to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:31
    3 hrs 20 mins Direct
    09:51
    Watford Junction
    Preston (Lancs)
    Watford Junction to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:54
    2 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    09:39
    Watford Junction
    Preston (Lancs)
    Watford Junction to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:01
    2 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    09:59
    Watford Junction
    Preston (Lancs)
    Watford Junction to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:31
    3 hrs 20 mins Direct
    10:51
    Watford Junction
    Preston (Lancs)
    Watford Junction to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:48
    2 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    10:39
    Watford Junction
    Preston (Lancs)
    Watford Junction to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:46
    2 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    11:39
    Watford Junction
    Preston (Lancs)
    Watford Junction to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:31
    3 hrs 20 mins Direct
    12:51
    Watford Junction
    Preston (Lancs)
    Watford Junction to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:46
    2 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    12:39
    Watford Junction
    Preston (Lancs)
    Watford Junction to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:31
    3 hrs 20 mins Direct
    13:51
    Watford Junction
    Preston (Lancs)
    Watford Junction to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:45
    2 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    13:39
    Watford Junction
    Preston (Lancs)
    Watford Junction to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:31
    3 hrs 20 mins Direct
    14:51
    Watford Junction
    Preston (Lancs)
    Watford Junction to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:45
    2 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    14:39
    Watford Junction
    Preston (Lancs)
    Watford Junction to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:31
    3 hrs 20 mins Direct
    15:51
    Watford Junction
    Preston (Lancs)
    Watford Junction to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:45
    2 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    15:39
    Watford Junction
    Preston (Lancs)
    Watford Junction to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:31
    3 hrs 20 mins Direct
    16:51
    Watford Junction
    Preston (Lancs)
    Watford Junction to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:45
    2 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    16:39
    Watford Junction
    Preston (Lancs)
    Watford Junction to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:31
    3 hrs 21 mins Direct
    17:52
    Watford Junction
    Preston (Lancs)
    Watford Junction to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:45
    2 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    17:39
    Watford Junction
    Preston (Lancs)
    Watford Junction to Preston (Lancs)

About Watford Junction Station

Station name Watford Junction (WFJ)
Address Watford Junction station, Station Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 1EU
Managed by LN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 23:00
Saturday 05:30 - 23:00
Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
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 Watford Junction and Preston (Lancs)

The travel time between Watford Junction and Preston (Lancs) by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 46 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 32 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Watford Junction and Preston (Lancs) vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 31 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:03, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:12.

First class tickets on trains between Watford Junction and Preston (Lancs) typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 10 direct services per day from Watford Junction to Preston (Lancs)

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

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