The average train between Exmouth and Preston takes 6h 4m and the fastest train takes 4h 54m. The train service runs several times per day from Exmouth 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 2 hours between Exmouth and Preston. The earliest departure is at 12:19 AM at night, and the last departure from Exmouth is at 8:24 PM which arrives into Preston at 7:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 6h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Exmouth 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 Exmouth to Preston. However, there are services departing from Exmouth station and arriving at Preston station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.
Exmouth to Preston train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exmouth to Preston train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Preston station.
Book your Exmouth to Preston train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Exmouth and Preston is 353 km. The road distance is 448 km.
You can take a train from Exmouth to Preston via Exeter St Davids and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 17m.