The average train between Preston and Caen takes 9h 28m and the fastest train takes 6h 55m. The train service runs several times per day from Preston to Caen. 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 Preston and Caen. The earliest departure is at 3:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:18 PM which arrives into Caen at 1:16 PM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 9h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Preston to Caen? 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 Caen. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Caen station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 28m.
Preston to Caen train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Caen train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, arrive at Caen station.
Book your Preston to Caen train tickets online with Caledonian Sleeper, Eurostar and 2 other operators.
The distance between Preston and Caen is 534.2 km. The road distance is 1,027 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Caen via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, Magenta, Haussmann Saint-Lazare, and Paris St Lazare in around 8h 26m.