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Chester to Preston trains

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The average train between Chester and Preston takes 1h 16m and the fastest train takes 57 min. There is an hourly train service from Chester 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.

1h 16m
Duration
45 mi
Distance
£18
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Warrington Bank Quay

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1h 13m
£15–26

Chester to Preston train times

Trains run hourly between Chester and Preston. The earliest departure is at 6:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Preston at 6:40 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast58 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 15m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast59 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 13m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast58 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 14m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast57 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 18m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast1h 40m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast1h 12m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast1h 2m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast1h 3m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chester to Preston? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 44.6 mi
  • Duration: 1h 16m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Preston, England?

You can take a train from Chester to Preston via Warrington Bank Quay in around 1h 13m.

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