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Trains from St Albans City (SAC) to Preston (Lancs)

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18

train journeys
per day

170

miles (274 kms)

3hrs 6 mins

fastest journey

03:55 / 00:23

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

2

routes

Trains from St Albans City (SAC) to Preston (Lancs)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between St Albans City 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 St Albans City to Preston (Lancs) is approximately 170 miles (274 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 56 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between St Albans City and Preston (Lancs).

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being St Albans City to Preston (Lancs). The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 6 mins.

Journeys from St Albans City to Preston (Lancs) Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    03:55
    4 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    08:09
    St Albans City
    Preston (Lancs)
    St Albans City to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:27
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    09:39
    St Albans City
    Preston (Lancs)
    St Albans City to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:33
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    10:39
    St Albans City
    Preston (Lancs)
    St Albans City to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:27
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    11:39
    St Albans City
    Preston (Lancs)
    St Albans City to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:27
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    12:39
    St Albans City
    Preston (Lancs)
    St Albans City to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:27
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    13:39
    St Albans City
    Preston (Lancs)
    St Albans City to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:27
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    14:39
    St Albans City
    Preston (Lancs)
    St Albans City to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:27
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    15:39
    St Albans City
    Preston (Lancs)
    St Albans City to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:27
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    16:39
    St Albans City
    Preston (Lancs)
    St Albans City to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:27
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    17:39
    St Albans City
    Preston (Lancs)
    St Albans City to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:27
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    18:39
    St Albans City
    Preston (Lancs)
    St Albans City to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:32
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    19:39
    St Albans City
    Preston (Lancs)
    St Albans City to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:32
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    20:39
    St Albans City
    Preston (Lancs)
    St Albans City to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:27
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    21:40
    St Albans City
    Preston (Lancs)
    St Albans City to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:27
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    23:00
    St Albans City
    Preston (Lancs)
    St Albans City to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:57
    3 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    23:46
    St Albans City
    Preston (Lancs)
    St Albans City to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:57
    9 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    06:41
    St Albans City
    Preston (Lancs)
    St Albans City to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:47
    8 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    08:09
    St Albans City
    Preston (Lancs)
    St Albans City to Preston (Lancs)

About St Albans City Station

Station name St Albans City (SAC)
Address St Albans station, Station Way, St. Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 5HE
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 22:00
Saturday 06:45 - 21:15
Sunday 07:30 - 21:45
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 Available
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 St Albans City and Preston (Lancs)

The travel time between St Albans City and Preston (Lancs) by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 56 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 6 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between St Albans City 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 03:55, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:23.

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

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

Avanti West Coast, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between St Albans City and Preston (Lancs).

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