The average train between Preston and Barrowford takes 1h 4m and the fastest train takes 50 min. There is a train service every few hours from Preston to Barrowford. 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 Preston and Barrowford. The earliest departure is at 5:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Barrowford at 12:01 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston station and arriving at Barrowford station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 1h 4m.
Preston to Barrowford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Barrowford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Nelson station.
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The distance between Preston and Barrowford is 33.5 km. The road distance is 43 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Preston to Nelson hourly. Tickets cost £10–19 and the journey takes 1h 4m.
