The average train between Harrow and Preston takes 2h 48m and the fastest train takes 2h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Harrow 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 Harrow and Preston. The earliest departure is at 4:21 AM at night, and the last departure from Harrow is at 11:19 PM which arrives into Preston at 3:39 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Harrow to Preston. However, there are services departing from Harrow station and arriving at Preston station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.
Harrow to Preston train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from London Euston station.
Harrow to Preston train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Harrow to Preston train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast and Caledonian Sleeper.
The distance between Harrow and Preston is 290.4 km. The road distance is 353 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £75–130 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route once daily.