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Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Preston (Lancs)

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18

train journeys
per day

209

miles (337 kms)

3hrs 44 mins

fastest journey

03:46 / 00:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Preston (Lancs)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Gatwick Airport and Preston (Lancs) , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Gatwick Airport to Preston (Lancs) is approximately 209 miles (337 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 9 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Southern, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Gatwick Airport and Preston (Lancs).

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Gatwick Airport to Preston (Lancs). The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 44 mins.

Journeys from Gatwick Airport to Preston (Lancs) Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    03:46
    4 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    08:09
    Gatwick Airport
    Preston (Lancs)
    Gatwick Airport to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:13
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    09:39
    Gatwick Airport
    Preston (Lancs)
    Gatwick Airport to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:14
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    10:39
    Gatwick Airport
    Preston (Lancs)
    Gatwick Airport to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:13
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    11:39
    Gatwick Airport
    Preston (Lancs)
    Gatwick Airport to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:13
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    12:39
    Gatwick Airport
    Preston (Lancs)
    Gatwick Airport to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:13
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    13:39
    Gatwick Airport
    Preston (Lancs)
    Gatwick Airport to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:13
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    14:39
    Gatwick Airport
    Preston (Lancs)
    Gatwick Airport to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:13
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    15:39
    Gatwick Airport
    Preston (Lancs)
    Gatwick Airport to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:13
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    16:39
    Gatwick Airport
    Preston (Lancs)
    Gatwick Airport to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:13
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    17:39
    Gatwick Airport
    Preston (Lancs)
    Gatwick Airport to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:13
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    18:39
    Gatwick Airport
    Preston (Lancs)
    Gatwick Airport to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:13
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    19:39
    Gatwick Airport
    Preston (Lancs)
    Gatwick Airport to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:13
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    20:39
    Gatwick Airport
    Preston (Lancs)
    Gatwick Airport to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:13
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    21:40
    Gatwick Airport
    Preston (Lancs)
    Gatwick Airport to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:13
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    23:00
    Gatwick Airport
    Preston (Lancs)
    Gatwick Airport to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:02
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    23:46
    Gatwick Airport
    Preston (Lancs)
    Gatwick Airport to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:43
    9 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    06:41
    Gatwick Airport
    Preston (Lancs)
    Gatwick Airport to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:54
    8 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    08:09
    Gatwick Airport
    Preston (Lancs)
    Gatwick Airport to Preston (Lancs)

About Gatwick Airport Station

Station name Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Address Gatwick Airport station, South Terminal, Gatwick Airport, West Sussex, RH6 0RD
Managed by GX

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
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 Gatwick Airport and Preston (Lancs)

The travel time between Gatwick Airport and Preston (Lancs) by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 9 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 44 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Gatwick Airport and Preston (Lancs) vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 03:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:41.

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

Amenities on trains between Gatwick Airport 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 Gatwick Airport & Preston (Lancs). owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Southern, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Gatwick Airport and Preston (Lancs).

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