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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 755 783 IDR and averaging 755 783 IDR. The entire journey takes no more than 2 tuntia 55 minuuttia. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
06:35 Watford High Street | 09:39 Preston (Lancs) | London OvergroundWest Midlands Trains | Find Tickets |
06:44 Watford High Street | 09:59 Preston (Lancs) | London Overground | Find Tickets |
07:04 Watford High Street | 10:51 Preston (Lancs) | London Overground | Find Tickets |
07:24 Watford High Street | 10:51 Preston (Lancs) | London OvergroundWest Midlands Trains | Find Tickets |
07:35 Watford High Street | 10:39 Preston (Lancs) | London OvergroundWest Midlands Trains | Find Tickets |
08:24 Watford High Street | 11:51 Paris | London OvergroundWest Midlands Trains | Find Tickets |
Watford High Street to Preston Train Route Details
First train
00:41
Last train
20:24
Journey time
2 tuntia 55 minuuttia
Distance
282 km
Price
755 783 IDR*
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
Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types 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 for greater savings
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 Watford High Street to Preston, 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%
Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Watford High Street to Preston ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
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 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 tickets
Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
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.