The average train between Hungerford and Preston takes 6h 24m and the fastest train takes 4h 7m. The train service runs several times per day from Hungerford 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 4 hours between Hungerford and Preston. The earliest departure is at 6:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hungerford is at 11:23 PM which arrives into Preston at 9:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Reading and take an average of 6h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Hungerford 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 Hungerford to Preston. However, there are services departing from Hungerford station and arriving at Preston station via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.
Hungerford to Preston train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Hungerford station.
Hungerford to Preston train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Preston station.
Book your Hungerford to Preston train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Hungerford and Preston is 273 km. The road distance is 364 km.
You can take a train from Hungerford to Preston via Reading and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 32m.