The average train between Lichfield and Preston takes 2h 17m and the fastest train takes 1h 33m. There is a train service every few hours from Lichfield 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 Lichfield and Preston. The earliest departure is at 5:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lichfield is at 11:16 PM which arrives into Preston at 6:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Lichfield Trent Valley and take an average of 2h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Lichfield 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 Lichfield to Preston. However, there are services departing from Lichfield station and arriving at Preston station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.
Lichfield to Preston train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Lichfield Trent Valley station.
Lichfield to Preston train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Lichfield to Preston train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast and Lumo.
The distance between Lichfield and Preston is 133.7 km. The road distance is 150 km.
You can take a train from Lichfield City to Preston via Lichfield Trent Valley and Crewe in around 2h 32m.