Trains from Preston (Lancs)
to Forest Gate
From £55.00
Preston (Lancs) to Forest Gateby train on average takes 3 hrs 16 mins
Preston (Lancs) to Forest Gate one way only
Cheapest Advance Single
from £55.00
* Cheapest Advanced Single available when booked 9 weeks in advance
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- Trains depart every 37 minutes
- First train leaves Preston (Lancs) at 05:33
- Last train leaves Preston (Lancs) at 20:59
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Preston (Lancs) to Forest Gate train times
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Preston (Lancs) facilities
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Ticket office
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Ticket OfficeYes
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Prepurchase CollectionYes
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Ticket MachineYes
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Smartcard IssuedNo
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Smartcard TopupTicket Office: Yes
Ticket Machine: Yes -
Smartcard ValidatorNo
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Penalty FaresPenalty fares apply for VT
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Facilities
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Car ParkYes
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Seated AreaYes
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Waiting RoomYes
Available on Platform 3/4. Automatic doors available on all waiting rooms.
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Station BuffetYes
Refreshments and shops available on Platform 3/4
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ToiletsYes
The accessible toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A Changing Places toilet is available on Platform 3, accessed using a RADAR key.
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Accessible toiletsYes
The accessible toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A Changing Places toilet is available on Platform 3, accessed using a RADAR key.
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Baby ChangeYes
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TelephonesYes
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Wi Fi
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Post BoxYes
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Atm MachineYes
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ShopsYes
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Rail replacement locations
Pick Up / Drop Off in the short stay car park on Butler St.
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CCTVYes
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Toilets
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AvailableYes
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Location
The accessible toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A Changing Places toilet is available on Platform 3, accessed using a RADAR key.
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Accessible toiletsYes
The accessible toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A Changing Places toilet is available on Platform 3, accessed using a RADAR key.
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Staffing and customer services
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Staffing LevelFull time
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Lost propertyYes
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Contact Detailshttps://www.nationalrail.co.uk/
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AvailableYes
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Operator Name
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Information Available From StaffYes - from help point
Yes - from information point
Yes - from ticket office -
Passenger Information SystemsDeparture Screens
Arrival Screens
Announcements -
Customer Help PointsYes
Information Kiosk on Platform 3. Audio announcements are broadcast throughout the station giving information about train running, platforms, security and safety announcements.Customer information screens are provided on the station concourse, displaying train running information, and on each platform showing the next train and service information.
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Ticket gatesNo
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Parking
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Contact Details
For information on how to get to the car park, plus work out the cost of your stay visit the Avanti West Coast website
Different rates apply to non rail users, please speak to a member of staff.
Url: https://www.avantiwestcoast.co.uk/where-we-go/parkingPR1 8AP -
Operator NameAvanti West Coast
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NameStation Car Park
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Spaces1025
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ChargesDaily: £12.50
Monthly: £166.00
Three Monthly: £374.00
Annual: £1,200.00
Saturday: £6.50
Sunday: £6.50
Note:For information on how to get to the car park, plus work out the cost of your stay, visit the Avanti West Coast website
Different rates apply to non rail users, please speak to a member of staff.
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Number Accessible Spaces18
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Accessible Car Park EquipmentYes
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CctvYes
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Bicycle Facilities
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Spaces246
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ShelteredYes
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CctvYes
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Annotation
Cycle hub by the Butler Street entrance 200 spaces
9 hoops on platform 3 (Only 1 x cycles per hoop = 9 spaces)
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TypeCompounds
Stands
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Accessibility
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Helpline
08000 158 123 (08000 158 124 Textphone)
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Staff Help Available
Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Kiosk within the Waiting Room on Platform 3. Staff assistance is available at all times during the stations opening hours for boarding and alighting. Turn up and go is available although booking recommended.
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Staff help available opening hoursMon-Sun 04:00 to 01:00
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Induction LoopYes
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Accessible Ticket MachinesYes
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Height Adjusted Ticket Office CounterYes
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Ramp For Train AccessYes
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Accessible TaxisNo
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Accessible toiletsYes
The accessible toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A Changing Places toilet is available on Platform 3, accessed using a RADAR key.
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Step Free Access
Category B1 - This station has step-free access to all platforms via the subway (with steep ramps) or using the lifts provided.
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Ticket GatesNo
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Impaired Mobility Set DownYes
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Wheelchairs AvailableYes
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Forest Gate facilities
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Ticket office
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Ticket OfficeYes
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Prepurchase CollectionTicket Office: Yes
Ticket Machine: Yes -
Ticket MachineYes
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Oystercard TopupYes
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Oyster Comments
Oyster cards can only be purchased at the ticket machine.
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Smartcard IssuedNo
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Smartcard ValidatorNo
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Smartcard Comments
Travelling with Contactless is available.
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TravelcardZone 3
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Penalty FaresPenalty fares apply for LE
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Facilities
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Car ParkNo
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Seated AreaYes
Platform 1 - Waiting Shelter available, Multiple seats available under canopy.
Platform 2 - Multiple seats available under canopy.
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Waiting RoomNo
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Station BuffetYes
A small Kiosk can be located just outside the main entrance
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ToiletsYes
An accessible toilet is located in the ticket hall.
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Accessible toiletsYes
An accessible toilet is located in the stations ticket hall.
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Baby ChangeNo
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TelephonesNo
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Wi Fi
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Atm MachineNo
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Rail replacement locationshttps://assets.nationalrail.co.uk/e8xgegruud3g/1Qh01E4czA4mn67PbtEuxn/cae8dcb4859926e06a90430303e63a8d/DR_B_Forest_Gate_CRL-064_CRL-065.pdf
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CCTVYes
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Toilets
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Annotation
This toilet is operated with a radar key.
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AvailableYes
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Location
An accessible toilet is located in the ticket hall.
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Accessible toiletsYes
An accessible toilet is located in the stations ticket hall.
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Staffing and customer services
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Staffing LevelFull time
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Lost propertyYes
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Contact Detailshttps://www.nationalrail.co.uk/
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AvailableYes
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Operator Name
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Information Available From StaffYes - from help point
Yes - from ticket office -
Information Services Open
Staffed from first train until last.
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Passenger Information SystemsDeparture Screens
Announcements -
Customer Help PointsYes
Visual and audible customer information is available via customer Information Screens (CIS), public announcements (PA) and staff at this station.
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Ticket gatesYes
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Bicycle Facilities
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Spaces0
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ShelteredYes
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CctvNo
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Location
Platform 2
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TypeStands
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Accessibility
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Helpline
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Staff Help AvailableYes
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Induction LoopYes
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Accessible Ticket MachinesYes
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Height Adjusted Ticket Office CounterYes
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Ramp For Train AccessYes
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Accessible TaxisNo
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Accessible toiletsYes
An accessible toilet is located in the stations ticket hall.
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Step Free Access
- Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms.
- Staff ramp assistance is always available.
- Accessible seating is available on platforms 1&2
- Wheelchairs available from first to last train.
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Ticket GatesYes
Forest Gate has a Secure Station accreditation
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Impaired Mobility Set DownNo
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Wheelchairs AvailableYes
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