The average train between Leeds and Preston takes 1h 40m and the fastest train takes 1h 38m. There is a train service every few hours from Leeds 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 Leeds and Preston. The earliest departure is at 5:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leeds is at 9:59 PM which arrives into Preston at 11:38 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leeds station and arriving at Preston station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 1h 40m.
Leeds to Preston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Leeds station.
Leeds to Preston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.
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The distance between Leeds and Preston is 76.1 km. The road distance is 98 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Leeds to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £23–45 and the journey takes 1h 39m.