Trains from Chelmsford to Preston (Lancs) from $62.52*

Trains from Chelmsford to Preston (Lancs) from $62.52*

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Chelmsford to Preston (Lancs) Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Chelmsford to Preston (Lancs)? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as $62.52, with average prices for this route around $180.61.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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07:05
Chelmsford
10:39
Preston (Lancs)
3h 34m, Changes requiredGreater AngliaAvanti West Coast
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08:07
Chelmsford
11:39
Preston (Lancs)
3h 32m, Changes requiredGreater AngliaAvanti West Coast
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09:02
Chelmsford
12:39
Preston (Lancs)
3h 37m, Changes requiredGreater AngliaAvanti West Coast
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10:09
Chelmsford
13:39
Preston (Lancs)
3h 30m, Changes requiredGreater AngliaAvanti West Coast
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11:09
Chelmsford
14:39
Preston (Lancs)
3h 30m, Changes requiredGreater AngliaAvanti West Coast
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12:09
Chelmsford
15:39
Paris
3h 30m, Changes requiredGreater AngliaAvanti West Coast
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Chelmsford to Preston (Lancs) Train Route Details

The Chelmsford to Preston (Lancs) train ticket is from $62.52. The average travel time is 3h 28m, covering a distance of approximately 310 mile. There are usually 21 daily trains provided by Greater Anglia,Avanti West Coast,London Underground. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
00:45
Last train
Last train
23:23
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
3h 28m
Distance
Distance
310 mile
Price
Price
$62.52*
Train operators
Train operators
Greater Anglia, Avanti West Coast, London Underground

Chelmsford to Preston (Lancs) Train Travel Guide

Chelmsford to Preston (Lancs) Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Preston (Lancs)

Trains running from Chelmsford to Preston (Lancs) will typically take around at least 3h 28m and there is approximately 21 train running everyday.

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Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards available to cater to different groups of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting your tickets involves purchasing separate tickets for different segments of your journey instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. This method is legal and can often result in cheaper fares. For example, if you are travelling from A to B, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than purchasing a direct ticket.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, you can take advantage of group travel discounts. Many train companies offer GroupSave options that provide a discount of up to 1/3 on off-peak fares. This can make traveling from Chelmsford to Preston (Lancs) more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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