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.
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.



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5h 19m • 3 changesWant 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.
No, there is no direct train from Melksham to Preston. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads station and arriving at Preston station via Birmingham New Street station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.
Melksham to Preston train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Melksham to Preston train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.
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The distance between Melksham and Preston is 268.5 km. The road distance is 315 km.
You can take a train from Melksham to Preston via Chippenham, Bristol Temple Meads, and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 11m.