The average train between Bridgend and Preston takes 4h 33m and the fastest train takes 4h 10m. The train service runs several times per day from Bridgend 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 every 4 hours between Bridgend and Preston. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bridgend is at 6:13 PM which arrives into Preston at 10:45 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bridgend to Preston. However, there are services departing from Bridgend station and arriving at Preston station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.
Bridgend to Preston train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Bridgend station.
Bridgend to Preston train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Bridgend to Preston train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Bridgend and Preston is 257.8 km. The road distance is 336 km.
You can take a train from Bridgend to Preston via Crewe in around 4h 15m.