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Oldbury to Preston Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Oldbury to Preston, starting from QAR 64.26 and averaging QAR 64.26. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 33m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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19:53 2h 57m, Changes required Sandwell & Dudley	22:50 Preston (Lancs)	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
21:17 1h 44m, Changes required Sandwell & Dudley	23:01 Preston (Lancs)		Find Tickets
21:53 2h, Changes required Sandwell & Dudley	23:53 Paris	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets

Oldbury to Preston Train Route Details

First train

00:14

Last train

21:53

Departure station

Oldbury

Arrival station

Preston

Journey time

1h 33m

Distance

147 km

Price

QAR 64.26*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Oldbury to Preston

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Oldbury to Preston can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Oldbury to Preston for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Oldbury to Preston, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Oldbury to Preston ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Oldbury to Preston train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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