The average train between Hull and Preston takes 3h 42m and the fastest train takes 3h 20m. There is a train service every few hours from Hull 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 Hull and Preston. The earliest departure is at 5:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hull is at 11:01 PM which arrives into Preston at 7:44 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Hull to Preston. However, there are services departing from Hull station and arriving at Preston station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.
Hull to Preston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Hull station.
Hull to Preston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Hull to Preston train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Hull and Preston is 155.8 km. The road distance is 180 km.
You can take a train from Hull to Preston via Leeds in around 3h 16m.