The average train between Preston and Chirk takes 2h 18m and the fastest train takes 1h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston to Chirk. 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 Chirk. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 10:39 PM which arrives into Chirk at 5:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Warrington Bank Quay and take an average of 2h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Preston to Chirk? 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 Chirk. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Chirk station via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.
Preston to Chirk train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Chirk train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Chirk station.
Book your Preston to Chirk train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Preston and Chirk is 95.3 km. The road distance is 106 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Chirk via Warrington Bank Quay and Chester in around 2h 21m.