Banbury to Preston Train
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Banbury to Preston by train
The journey from Banbury to Preston by train is 131.25 mi and takes 3 hrs 4 mins. There are 16 connections per day, with the first departure at 06:58 and the last at 20:58. It is possible to travel from Banbury to Preston by train for as little as £50.17 or as much as £75.56. The best price for this journey is £50.17.
| Lowest Price | £50.17 |
| Journey Duration | 3 hrs 4 mins |
| Connection per Day | Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, Northern Rail, West Midlands Railway, CrossCountry 16 |
| Lowest Price | Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, Northern Rail, West Midlands Railway, CrossCountry £50.17 |
| Highest Price | Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, Northern Rail, West Midlands Railway, CrossCountry £75.56 |
| First Departure | Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, Northern Rail, West Midlands Railway, CrossCountry 06:58 |
| Last Departure | Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, Northern Rail, West Midlands Railway, CrossCountry 20:58 |
| Distance | Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, Northern Rail, West Midlands Railway, CrossCountry 131.25 mi |
| Departure | Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, Northern Rail, West Midlands Railway, CrossCountry Banbury |
| Arrival | Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, Northern Rail, West Midlands Railway, CrossCountry Preston |
| Carriers | Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, Northern Rail, West Midlands Railway, CrossCountry |
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Find the best day to travel to Preston by train
When travelling to Preston by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways and Northern Rail from Banbury to Preston
Compare services on board when travelling from Banbury to Preston by train.
| Facilities | Avanti West Coast | Chiltern Railways | Northern Rail | West Midlands Railway |
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Banbury to Preston CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
14.79kg
Bus
15.84kg
Flight
42.25kg
Car
33.8kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Banbury to Preston by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Banbury and Preston are 14.79kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Banbury and Preston? By taking the train between Banbury and Preston you will save 27.46kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.05kg compared to a bus and 19.01kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Banbury to Preston?
A train ticket from Banbury to Preston is £72.56. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £50.17.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Banbury to Preston?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Banbury to Preston is £50.17. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Banbury and Preston by train?
Banbury to Preston is 131.25 mi.
How long does the train between Banbury and Preston take?
Banbury to Preston is on average 3 hrs 4 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hrs 48 mins.
Which companies operate from Banbury to Preston?
The train journey from Banbury to Preston is covered by 4 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, Northern Rail, West Midlands Railway and CrossCountry.
How many train connections per day go from Banbury to Preston?
Banbury to Preston has 16 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Banbury to Preston leave?
The earliest train from Banbury to Preston departs at 06:58. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Banbury to Preston depart?
The latest train from Banbury to Preston departs at 20:58. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Banbury to Preston in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £50.17 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Banbury to Preston by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Banbury and Preston is 2 hrs 48 mins.
Is there a direct train from Banbury to Preston?
Yes, there is a direct train between Banbury and Preston.
What are the CO2 emissions for Banbury to Preston by train?
The train journey from Banbury to Preston creates 14.79kg of CO2 emissions.