The average train between Alsager and Preston takes 1h 25m and the fastest train takes 56 min. There is a train service every few hours from Alsager to Preston. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Alsager and Preston. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Alsager is at 11:14 PM which arrives into Preston at 12:48 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Alsager to Preston. However, there are services departing from Alsager station and arriving at Preston station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.
Alsager to Preston train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Crewe station.
Alsager to Preston train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Alsager to Preston train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Alsager and Preston is 78.7 km. The road distance is 92 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Crewe to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £18–30 and the journey takes 43 min. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route 6 times a week.