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Preston to Old Street Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Preston to Old Street? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £38.20, with average prices for this route around £38.20.

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

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DepartureArrivalOperator
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05:33
3 hours 10 minutes, Changes required
Preston (Lancs)
08:43
Old Street
Avanti West CoastGreat Northern
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06:00
3 hours 14 minutes, Changes required
Preston (Lancs)
09:14
Old Street
Avanti West CoastGreat Northern
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06:11
5 hours 13 minutes, Changes required
Preston (Lancs)
11:24
Old Street
NorthernTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwayGreat Northern
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06:21
5 hours 33 minutes, Changes required
Preston (Lancs)
11:54
Old Street
NorthernEast Midlands RailwayGreat Northern
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06:57
2 hours 57 minutes, Changes required
Preston (Lancs)
09:54
Old Street
Avanti West CoastGreat Northern
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07:13
5 hours 11 minutes, Changes required
Preston (Lancs)
12:24
Paris
NorthernTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwayGreat Northern
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Preston to Old Street Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:33
Last train
Last train
23:49
Departure station
Departure station
Preston
Arrival station
Arrival station
Old Street
Journey time
Journey time
2 hours 52 minutes
Distance
Distance
305 km
Price
Price
£38.20*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, Great Northern, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Preston to Old Street

Traveling in off-peak train times

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 Old Street can result in significant cost savings.
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 Preston to Old Street 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 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 Old Street, 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%

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 Old Street 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

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 Old Street train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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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%.