The average train between Hamilton and Preston takes 2h 14m and the fastest train takes 2h 1m. There is a train service every few hours from Hamilton 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 Hamilton and Preston. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hamilton is at 11:31 PM which arrives into Preston at 2:55 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hamilton station and arriving at Preston station. Services depart hourly, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 2h 14m.
Hamilton to Preston train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Motherwell station.
Hamilton to Preston train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Hamilton to Preston train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express and Caledonian Sleeper.
The distance between Hamilton and Preston is 238.6 km. The road distance is 287 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Motherwell to Preston every 2 hours. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 2h 6m. Two other operators also service this route.
