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Trains from Preston (Lancs) to Grantham (GRA)

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32

train journeys
per day

103

miles (166 kms)

3hrs 5 mins

fastest journey

05:33 / 00:03

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

8

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Preston (Lancs) to Grantham (GRA)

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On a typical weekday there are 32 scheduled rail journeys between Preston (Lancs) and Grantham , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 32 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Preston (Lancs) to Grantham is approximately 103 miles (166 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 33 mins.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Grand Central, First Hull Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Preston (Lancs) and Grantham.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Preston (Lancs) to Grantham. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 5 mins.

Journeys from Preston (Lancs) to Grantham Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:33
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    09:10
    Preston (Lancs)
    Grantham
    Preston (Lancs) to Grantham
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:10
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    09:21
    Preston (Lancs)
    Grantham
    Preston (Lancs) to Grantham
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:47
    3 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    10:11
    Preston (Lancs)
    Grantham
    Preston (Lancs) to Grantham
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:12
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    10:17
    Preston (Lancs)
    Grantham
    Preston (Lancs) to Grantham
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:44
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    11:06
    Preston (Lancs)
    Grantham
    Preston (Lancs) to Grantham
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:48
    3 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    11:10
    Preston (Lancs)
    Grantham
    Preston (Lancs) to Grantham
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:10
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    11:17
    Preston (Lancs)
    Grantham
    Preston (Lancs) to Grantham
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:44
    3 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    12:01
    Preston (Lancs)
    Grantham
    Preston (Lancs) to Grantham
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:50
    3 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    12:10
    Preston (Lancs)
    Grantham
    Preston (Lancs) to Grantham
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:09
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    12:17
    Preston (Lancs)
    Grantham
    Preston (Lancs) to Grantham
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:44
    3 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    13:07
    Preston (Lancs)
    Grantham
    Preston (Lancs) to Grantham
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:10
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    13:17
    Preston (Lancs)
    Grantham
    Preston (Lancs) to Grantham
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:44
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    13:59
    Preston (Lancs)
    Grantham
    Preston (Lancs) to Grantham
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:47
    3 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    14:10
    Preston (Lancs)
    Grantham
    Preston (Lancs) to Grantham
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:10
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    14:17
    Preston (Lancs)
    Grantham
    Preston (Lancs) to Grantham
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:44
    3 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    15:08
    Preston (Lancs)
    Grantham
    Preston (Lancs) to Grantham
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:50
    3 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    15:10
    Preston (Lancs)
    Grantham
    Preston (Lancs) to Grantham
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:10
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    15:16
    Preston (Lancs)
    Grantham
    Preston (Lancs) to Grantham
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:10
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    16:16
    Preston (Lancs)
    Grantham
    Preston (Lancs) to Grantham
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:44
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    17:06
    Preston (Lancs)
    Grantham
    Preston (Lancs) to Grantham

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 Grantham Station

Station name Grantham (GRA)
Address Grantham station, Station Road, Grantham, Lincolnshire, NG31 6BT
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:45 - 15:30
Saturday 08:00 - 15:00
Sunday 09:00 - 15:00
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 Preston (Lancs) and Grantham

The travel time between Preston (Lancs) and Grantham by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 33 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 5 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Preston (Lancs) and Grantham vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 32 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:03.

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Amenities on trains between Preston (Lancs) and Grantham 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) & Grantham. owever, there are 32 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Grand Central, First Hull Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Preston (Lancs) and Grantham.

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