The average train between Preston and Caerphilly takes 4h 42m and the fastest train takes 3h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston to Caerphilly. 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 Caerphilly. The earliest departure is at 2:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 10:39 PM which arrives into Caerphilly at 8:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 4h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Preston to Caerphilly? 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 Caerphilly. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Caerphilly station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.
Preston to Caerphilly train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Caerphilly train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Preston to Caerphilly train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales and Caledonian Sleeper.
The distance between Preston and Caerphilly is 245.8 km. The road distance is 316 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Caerphilly via Crewe and Cardiff Central in around 4h 29m.