What is the best way to travel from Preston to Luton?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains, Carpool and Buses to Luton from Preston. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Luton from Preston?
You can reach Luton with just £68 by taking a Train from Avanti West Coast, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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Avanti West Coast3h 26m008:01PrestonCentral Station11:27LutonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 02/04/2026 08:01:00 to Central Station, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 02/04/2026 11:27:00. 50 Economy ticket for £68 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 26m
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Avanti West Coast3h 27m009:00PrestonCentral Station12:27LutonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 02/04/2026 09:00:00 to Central Station, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 02/04/2026 12:27:00. 50 Economy ticket for £76 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 27m
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Avanti West Coast3h 54m008:17PrestonCentral Station12:11LutonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 02/04/2026 08:17:00 to Central Station, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 02/04/2026 12:11:00. 50 Economy ticket for £81 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 54m
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Avanti West Coast3h 52m009:19PrestonCentral Station13:11LutonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 02/04/2026 09:19:00 to Central Station, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 02/04/2026 13:11:00. 50 Economy ticket for £81 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 52m
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What are the fastest trips from Preston to Luton?
You can get to Luton from Preston in just 3h 26m with a Train from Avanti West Coast. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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Avanti West Coast3h 26m008:01PrestonCentral Station11:27LutonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 02/04/2026 08:01:00 to Central Station, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 02/04/2026 11:27:00. 50 Economy ticket for £68 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 26m
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Avanti West Coast3h 27m009:00PrestonCentral Station12:27LutonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 02/04/2026 09:00:00 to Central Station, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 02/04/2026 12:27:00. 50 Economy ticket for £76 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 27m
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Avanti West Coast3h 52m009:19PrestonCentral Station13:11LutonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 02/04/2026 09:19:00 to Central Station, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 02/04/2026 13:11:00. 50 Economy ticket for £81 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 52m
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Avanti West Coast3h 53m008:17PrestonCentral Station12:10LutonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 02/04/2026 08:17:00 to Central Station, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 02/04/2026 12:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £100 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 53m
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Bus from Preston to Luton
What are the most popular stations in Preston and Luton?
In Preston, you will usually depart from Coach Station, Wyre Street Bus Stop or Central Station, while in Luton you will be arriving at Interchange, Central Station or Bus Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Luton from Preston? With 5 connections between 1 Carpool, Bus and Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Preston and Luton, you can pay as low as £68 with a Train from Avanti West Coast.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Avanti West Coast: you will get to Luton in just 3h 26m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Preston and Luton are Avanti West Coast, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Preston and Luton is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Bamber Bridge or to Luton Airport, and look at flights from Blackpool Airport, and landing at London Heathrow Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Preston to Luton?
The most popular companies between Preston and Luton, are Avanti West Coast. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Train companies: Avanti West Coast
All you need to know when you travel from Preston to Luton
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Preston to Luton. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Preston to Luton
How can I reach Luton from Preston?
Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Carpool, Bus and Train, with which you can get to Luton from Preston.
How far is Luton from Preston?
The distance between Preston and Luton is 259.7 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Preston and Luton?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 7 kgs of CO2, a train 9 kgs, a car 44 kgs, and a flight 64 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Preston to Luton?
You can get to Luton with just £68 by taking a Train from Avanti West Coast.
What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Luton?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Luton in just 3h 26m with a Train from Avanti West Coast.
More routes to Preston and to Luton
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Preston and to Luton. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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