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Trip Overview

The average train between Melksham and Preston takes 6h 8m and the fastest train takes 4h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Melksham 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.

6h 8m
Duration
223 mi
Distance
£100
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Melksham to Preston train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Melksham and Preston. The earliest departure is at 7:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Melksham is at 9:32 PM which arrives into Preston at 7:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Chippenham and take an average of 6h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 50m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 19m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 17m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast10h 18m • 3 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 29m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 48m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 50m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 19m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 29m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 48m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 50m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 19m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 29m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 48m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 50m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 19m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 48m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 46m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 17m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 15m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 18m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 54m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 20m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 19m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 29m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 48m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 50m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 19m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Melksham 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.

Map of how to get from Melksham to Preston.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 222.6 mi
  • Duration: 6h 8m

What companies run services between Melksham, Wiltshire, England and Preston, England?

You can take a train from Melksham to Preston via Chippenham, Bristol Temple Meads, and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 11m.

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