Trains to Preston

Discover Preston

Once a small market town, Preston was known for textile manufacturing, dating back to the mid-13th century. Now a vibrant place to explore and learn, Preston has so much to offer for a weekend away or even just a day trip.

The city is filled with exciting things to do and see all year round. Enjoy beautiful sights and green spaces in the spring and summer, or make the most of fun seasonal activities in autumn and winter. Ribble Steam Railway hosts events throughout the year if you can’t get enough of rail travel.

Preston highlights

• Preston became a city in 2002 to mark Queen Elizabeth II's Golden Jubilee
• Preston is home to Britain's first motorway, the Preston By-pass
• St Walburge's Church’s 309ft spire is the tallest of any Parish church in England
• Market Street has the longest continuous row of red telephone boxes in the UK 

Station information

Step onto the platform and into the excitement of the city in no time with Avanti West Coast. Make use of convenient station facilities and discover nearby attractions for a great start to your trip.

Main station: Preston Station

Location: Located in Preston city centre

Facilities: Car park, step-free access, toilets, cycle storage availability, ticket machine, prepurchase collection, ticket office, onward travel

Nearby attractions include: Avenham and Miller Parks (6-minute walk), Preston Masonic Hall (7-minute walk), Broadgate Gardens (13-minute walk)

Taxi information: A taxi rank is available outside the station entrance

Parking: The station car park has 1025 spaces

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