The average train between Preston and Bath takes 4h 22m and the fastest train takes 3h 39m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston to Bath. 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 Bath. The earliest departure is at 7:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:18 PM which arrives into Bath at 8:38 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 4h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Preston to Bath? 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 Preston to Bath. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Bath station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.
Preston to Bath train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Bath train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.
Book your Preston to Bath train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Preston and Bath is 266.5 km. The road distance is 328 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Bath Spa via Birmingham New Street and Bristol Temple Meads in around 4h 2m.