The average train between Preston and Cannock takes 1h 48m and the fastest train takes 1h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston to Cannock. 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 Cannock. The earliest departure is at 3:58 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:18 PM which arrives into Cannock at 11:12 PM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 1h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Preston to Cannock? 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 Cannock. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Cannock station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.
Preston to Cannock train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Cannock train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Rugeley Trent Valley station.
Book your Preston to Cannock train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains and Caledonian Sleeper.
The distance between Preston and Cannock is 127.4 km. The road distance is 147 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Cannock via Crewe and Rugeley Trent Valley in around 2h 30m.