London to Preston (Lancs) Trains From £13.75*

What is the onboard experience like from London to Preston (Lancs)? Travel with Avanti West Coast for comfortable travel and a direct route. Choose between three different classes to personalise your travel experience for your unique preferences.

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Never worry about luggage space with Avanti West Coast. Passengers can travel with three bags each, and there is plenty of space to store them all safely. Overhead luggage racks are ideal for smaller bags, while larger items can go in the luggage racks at the end or in the middle of carriages.

Preston is a Lancashire city with Viking heritage. Ideal for fast direct trains from London Euston, these local station secrets will ensure you get to Lancashire in style.

London Euston: Getting to the Platform

• Main entrance: There is one main entrance to London Euston. Getting to the station is easy from Euston Road, though the station is set quite far back from the road. Keep walking through the car park and stalls before arriving at the station.
• Accessible travel: Step-free access into the station is available at the corner of Euston Road and Melton Street Euston Road taxi rank. Once inside, look out for Euston’s Mobility Assistance Reception on the main concourse for help navigating the station. There is also an Assisted Travel Lounge.
• Travelling in style?: First Class passengers can relax in London Euston’s First Class Lounge before departure. Standard Class travellers can wait in comfortable waiting rooms, or grab a coffee or bite to eat from big name vendors like Starbucks, Pret, Caffe Nero, Leon, or Upper Crust.
• Which platform to Preston?: The platform for trains north on the West Coast Main Line varies, depending on the time and date of travel. Check information boards, and wait in the concourse until your platform is announced. Walk, don’t run, to the platform!

Onboard trains from London to Preston (Lancs)

The West Coast Main Line is famously scenic, with much of the route flanked by shrubbery or green fields.

• Key Landmarks: Interesting views include Golborne Dale and Wigan’s Mesnes Park. On your route to the North West, you’ll pass through charming market towns like Stafford and leafy Rugby. You’ll get a great view of Preston Junction Nature Reserve as you approach your destination.
• The View Alert: A particularly scenic stretch comes just before Warrington, where you’ll pass by Moore Nature Reserve. The best views are reserved for passengers with seats on the Left-Hand Side of the carriage (facing North).

Arriving at Preston (Lancs) 

A city steeped in culture, located on the north bank of the River Ribble, Preston is a busy city. After arriving from London, here’s what you need to know about leaving the station and planning your onward travel. 

• Getting out: From platform 3, where most London trains arrive, follow signs to the exit via the main concourse for easy navigation out of the station. The station features step-free access from all platforms via the subway or lifts.
• Buses and taxis: The city has excellent bus connectivity operated by Preston Bus. From the train station, travel around the city centre or further afield to places like Blackburn and Chorley.
• Walkability: Preston is a walkable city with plenty of parks and riverside trails. From the station, follow signs to city centre shopping at Fishergate or St Johns Shopping Centres, or green spaces like Avenham and Miller Parks.