The average train between Cornwall and Preston takes 9h 26m and the fastest train takes 6h 50m. The train service runs several times per day from Cornwall 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 5 times a day between Cornwall and Preston. The earliest departure is at 7:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cornwall is at 9:59 PM which arrives into Preston at 2:50 PM. All services require a transfer at Par and take an average of 9h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Cornwall 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.
No, there is no direct train from Cornwall to Preston. However, there are services departing from Cornwall station and arriving at Preston station via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 26m.
Cornwall to Preston train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Par station.
Cornwall to Preston train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Preston station.
Book your Cornwall to Preston train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Cornwall and Preston is 397.4 km. The road distance is 575 km.
You can take a train from Luxulyan to Preston via Par, Plymouth, and Birmingham New Street in around 8h 17m.