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Direct services & connecting journeys
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Before you start your journey
Departing from Preston
- Departure station
- Preston station guide
- Address
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- Fishergate Hill, Preston PR1 8AP
Operators serving Preston
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Facilities at Preston
- Full Facilities
Parking & meeting your train
- Multi-story car park
Explore the area around Preston
- Harris Museum
About your departure station
Opened in 1838 by the North Union Railway, Preston became a major interchange.
Its impressive 1880s buildings survived wartime bombing.
The 2002 modernisation created a transport hub handling 4 million annual passengers.
Preston's history reflects Lancashire's industrial importance, where competing railway companies created complex infrastructure.
Recent upgrades position it as a key HS2 northern terminus, demonstrating how Victorian stations can adapt for 21st century high speed rail.
The station's ongoing expansion maintains Preston's strategic role connecting Scotland, Wales and England amid changing transport priorities.
Questions about this journey
Where can I see fares and train times from Preston to Canada Water?
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How do I check whether I need to change trains between Preston and Canada Water?
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Can I include a Railcard?
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