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Trip Overview

The average train between Preston and Bournemouth takes 6h 37m and the fastest train takes 5h 8m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston to Bournemouth. 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 37m
Duration
288 mi
Distance
£135
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Preston to Bournemouth train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Preston and Bournemouth. The earliest departure is at 6:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:19 PM which arrives into Bournemouth at 1:27 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country14h 54m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country5h 57m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country5h 55m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country5h 54m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country5h 57m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country5h 55m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country5h 54m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country5h 57m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country5h 55m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country5h 54m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country5h 57m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country5h 55m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country5h 54m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country5h 55m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country5h 57m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country5h 8m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country6h 7m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country6h 9m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country6h 8m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country5h 57m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country5h 55m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Preston to Bournemouth? 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 Preston to Bournemouth.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 287.8 mi
  • Duration: 6h 37m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Bournemouth, England?

You can take a train from Preston to Bournemouth via Wolverhampton in around 6h 38m.

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