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Preston to City Thameslink Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Preston to City Thameslink? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £34.00, with average prices for this route around £38.20. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
05:32 3h 20m, Direct Preston (Lancs)	08:52 City Thameslink	Find Tickets
06:18 3h 30m, Changes required Preston (Lancs)	09:48 City Thameslink	Find Tickets
07:00 2h 56m, Changes required Preston (Lancs)	09:56 City Thameslink	Find Tickets
07:00 3h 4m, Direct Preston (Lancs)	10:04 City Thameslink	Find Tickets
07:18 3h 30m, Changes required Preston (Lancs)	10:48 City Thameslink	Find Tickets
08:01 2h 55m, Changes required Preston (Lancs)	10:56 Paris	Find Tickets

Preston to City Thameslink Train Route Details

First train

05:32

Last train

23:34

Departure station

Preston

Arrival station

City Thameslink

Journey time

2h 55m

Distance

305 km

Price

£34.00*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Preston to City Thameslink

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 Preston to City Thameslink can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

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 Preston to City Thameslink, 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 typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Preston to City Thameslink ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

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.

Preston to City Thameslink train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Preston to City Thameslink with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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