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St Neots to Preston (Lancs) Train prices and times

Planning a journey from St Neots to Preston (Lancs)? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as QAR 89.92, with average prices for this route around QAR 93.52. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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02:40
St Neots
09:51
Preston (Lancs)
7h 11m, Changes requiredThameslinkCrossCountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast
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06:04
St Neots
10:32
Preston (Lancs)
4h 28m, Changes requiredThameslinkLNERTransPennine ExpressNorthern
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06:04
St Neots
10:38
Preston (Lancs)
4h 34m, Changes requiredThameslinkLNERNorthern
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06:43
St Neots
10:57
Preston (Lancs)
4h 14m, Changes requiredThameslinkLNERTransPennine Express
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06:43
St Neots
11:32
Preston (Lancs)
4h 49m, Changes requiredThameslinkEast Midlands RailwayNorthern
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07:13
St Neots
11:25
Paris
4h 12m, Changes requiredThameslinkLNERTransPennine ExpressNorthern
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St Neots to Preston (Lancs) Train Route Details

First train
First train
02:40
Last train
Last train
22:12
Departure station
Departure station
St Neots
Arrival station
Arrival station
Preston (Lancs)
Journey time
Journey time
3h 33m
Distance
Distance
237 km
Price
Price
QAR 89.92*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from St Neots to Preston (Lancs)

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from St Neots to Preston (Lancs) during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from St Neots to Preston (Lancs) 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%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from St Neots to Preston (Lancs), you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from St Neots to Preston (Lancs) more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

St Neots to Preston (Lancs) 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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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.