The average train between Gloucester and Preston takes 3h 32m and the fastest train takes 2h 49m. The train service runs several times per day from Gloucester 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 Gloucester and Preston. The earliest departure is at 7:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gloucester is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Preston at 7:50 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Gloucester to Preston. However, there are services departing from Gloucester station and arriving at Preston station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.
Gloucester to Preston train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Gloucester station.
Gloucester to Preston train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Gloucester to Preston train tickets online with Cross Country and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Gloucester and Preston is 213.2 km. The road distance is 249 km.
You can take a train from Gloucester to Preston via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 30m.