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Trains from Preston (Lancs) to Essex Road (EXR)

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33

train journeys
per day

188

miles (303 kms)

2hrs 51 mins

fastest journey

05:33 / 23:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Preston (Lancs) to Essex Road (EXR)

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On a typical weekday there are 33 scheduled rail journeys between Preston (Lancs) and Essex Road , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 33 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Preston (Lancs) to Essex Road is approximately 188 miles (303 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 34 mins.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Preston (Lancs) and Essex Road.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Preston (Lancs) to Essex Road. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 51 mins.

Journeys from Preston (Lancs) to Essex Road Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:33
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    08:43
    Preston (Lancs)
    Essex Road
    Preston (Lancs) to Essex Road
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:00
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    09:19
    Preston (Lancs)
    Essex Road
    Preston (Lancs) to Essex Road
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:29
    3 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    09:58
    Preston (Lancs)
    Essex Road
    Preston (Lancs) to Essex Road
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:58
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    09:59
    Preston (Lancs)
    Essex Road
    Preston (Lancs) to Essex Road
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:18
    3 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    10:44
    Preston (Lancs)
    Essex Road
    Preston (Lancs) to Essex Road
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:01
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    10:58
    Preston (Lancs)
    Essex Road
    Preston (Lancs) to Essex Road
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:17
    3 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    11:44
    Preston (Lancs)
    Essex Road
    Preston (Lancs) to Essex Road
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:01
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    11:58
    Preston (Lancs)
    Essex Road
    Preston (Lancs) to Essex Road
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:18
    3 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    12:44
    Preston (Lancs)
    Essex Road
    Preston (Lancs) to Essex Road
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:01
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    12:58
    Preston (Lancs)
    Essex Road
    Preston (Lancs) to Essex Road
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:18
    3 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    13:44
    Preston (Lancs)
    Essex Road
    Preston (Lancs) to Essex Road
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:01
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    13:58
    Preston (Lancs)
    Essex Road
    Preston (Lancs) to Essex Road
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:18
    3 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    14:44
    Preston (Lancs)
    Essex Road
    Preston (Lancs) to Essex Road
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:01
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    14:58
    Preston (Lancs)
    Essex Road
    Preston (Lancs) to Essex Road
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:18
    3 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    15:44
    Preston (Lancs)
    Essex Road
    Preston (Lancs) to Essex Road
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:01
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    15:52
    Preston (Lancs)
    Essex Road
    Preston (Lancs) to Essex Road
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:18
    3 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    16:46
    Preston (Lancs)
    Essex Road
    Preston (Lancs) to Essex Road
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:01
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    16:52
    Preston (Lancs)
    Essex Road
    Preston (Lancs) to Essex Road
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:18
    3 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    17:42
    Preston (Lancs)
    Essex Road
    Preston (Lancs) to Essex Road
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:01
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    17:56
    Preston (Lancs)
    Essex Road
    Preston (Lancs) to Essex Road

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

About Essex Road Station

Station name Essex Road (EXR)
Address Essex Road station, 181 Essex Road, Islington, Greater London, N1 2SU
Managed by GN

Ticket Office

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

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Preston (Lancs) and Essex Road

The travel time between Preston (Lancs) and Essex Road by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 34 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 51 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Preston (Lancs) and Essex Road vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 33 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:27.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Preston (Lancs) & Essex Road. owever, there are 33 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Preston (Lancs) and Essex Road.

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