The average train between Ealing and Preston takes 3h 14m and the fastest train takes 2h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Ealing 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 Ealing and Preston. The earliest departure is at 6:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ealing is at 11:45 PM which arrives into Preston at 8:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Tottenham Court Road Station and take an average of 3h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Ealing 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 Ealing to Preston. However, there are services departing from Ealing station and arriving at Preston station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.
Ealing to Preston train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from London Euston station.
Ealing to Preston train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Preston station.
Book your Ealing to Preston train tickets online with Elizabeth Line (TfL), London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Ealing and Preston is 298 km. The road distance is 349 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £75–130 and the journey takes 2h 8m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route once daily.