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Watford High Street to Preston Train prices and times
Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Watford High Street to Preston, starting from TWD 1,428 and averaging TWD 1,428. The entire journey takes no more than 2 hours 55 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
16:09 Watford High Street | 19:51 Preston (Lancs) | London Overground | Find Tickets |
16:16 Watford High Street | 19:51 Preston (Lancs) | London OvergroundWest Midlands Trains | Find Tickets |
16:36 Watford High Street | 19:39 Preston (Lancs) | London OvergroundWest Midlands Trains | Find Tickets |
17:09 Watford High Street | 21:28 Preston (Lancs) | London Overground | Find Tickets |
17:36 Watford High Street | 20:39 Preston (Lancs) | London OvergroundWest Midlands Trains | Find Tickets |
18:09 Watford High Street | 21:55 Paris | London Overground | Find Tickets |
Watford High Street to Preston Train Route Details
First train
00:41
Last train
20:24
Journey time
2 hours 55 minutes
Distance
282 km
Price
TWD 1,428*
How to book cheap train tickets from Watford High Street to Preston
Traveling in off-peak train times
We recommend buying train tickets from Watford High Street to Preston 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
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Watford High Street 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 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 Watford High Street 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 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 Watford High Street to Preston 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 traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Watford High Street to Preston more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Watford High Street 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:
Off-peak & Super Off-peak train tickets
These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak hours, with cheaper prices.
Return train tickets
Valid for both an outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.