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Trains from Preston (Lancs) to London Charing Cross (CHX)

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34

train journeys
per day

189

miles (305 kms)

2hrs 44 mins

fastest journey

05:33 / 00:43

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Preston (Lancs) to London Charing Cross (CHX)

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On a typical weekday there are 34 scheduled rail journeys between Preston (Lancs) and London Charing Cross , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 34 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Preston (Lancs) to London Charing Cross is approximately 189 miles (305 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 39 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Preston (Lancs) and London Charing Cross.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Preston (Lancs) to London Charing Cross. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 44 mins.

Journeys from Preston (Lancs) to London Charing Cross Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:33
    3 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    08:38
    Preston (Lancs)
    London Charing Cross
    Preston (Lancs) to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:00
    3 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    09:13
    Preston (Lancs)
    London Charing Cross
    Preston (Lancs) to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:29
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    09:45
    Preston (Lancs)
    London Charing Cross
    Preston (Lancs) to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:55
    2 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    09:50
    Preston (Lancs)
    London Charing Cross
    Preston (Lancs) to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:01
    2 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    10:45
    Preston (Lancs)
    London Charing Cross
    Preston (Lancs) to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:17
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    11:36
    Preston (Lancs)
    London Charing Cross
    Preston (Lancs) to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:01
    2 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    11:45
    Preston (Lancs)
    London Charing Cross
    Preston (Lancs) to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:18
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    12:37
    Preston (Lancs)
    London Charing Cross
    Preston (Lancs) to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:01
    2 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    12:46
    Preston (Lancs)
    London Charing Cross
    Preston (Lancs) to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:18
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    13:36
    Preston (Lancs)
    London Charing Cross
    Preston (Lancs) to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:00
    2 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    13:45
    Preston (Lancs)
    London Charing Cross
    Preston (Lancs) to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:18
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    14:36
    Preston (Lancs)
    London Charing Cross
    Preston (Lancs) to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:01
    2 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    14:46
    Preston (Lancs)
    London Charing Cross
    Preston (Lancs) to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:18
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    15:36
    Preston (Lancs)
    London Charing Cross
    Preston (Lancs) to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:01
    2 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    15:45
    Preston (Lancs)
    London Charing Cross
    Preston (Lancs) to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:18
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    16:37
    Preston (Lancs)
    London Charing Cross
    Preston (Lancs) to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:01
    2 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    16:46
    Preston (Lancs)
    London Charing Cross
    Preston (Lancs) to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:18
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    17:36
    Preston (Lancs)
    London Charing Cross
    Preston (Lancs) to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:01
    2 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    17:45
    Preston (Lancs)
    London Charing Cross
    Preston (Lancs) to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:18
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    18:36
    Preston (Lancs)
    London Charing Cross
    Preston (Lancs) to London Charing Cross

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 London Charing Cross Station

Station name London Charing Cross (CHX)
Address London Charing Cross station, The Strand, London, Greater London, WC2N 5HF
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday
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 London Charing Cross

The travel time between Preston (Lancs) and London Charing Cross by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 39 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 44 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Preston (Lancs) and London Charing Cross vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 34 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:43.

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

Amenities on trains between Preston (Lancs) and London Charing Cross 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) & London Charing Cross. owever, there are 34 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Preston (Lancs) and London Charing Cross.

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