The average train between Preston and Corby takes 4h 26m and the fastest train takes 3h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston to Corby. 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 Corby. The earliest departure is at 3:58 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:19 PM which arrives into Corby at 12:20 PM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 4h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Preston to Corby? 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 Corby. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Corby station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.
Preston to Corby train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Corby train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Kettering station.
Book your Preston to Corby train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Cross Country and 3 other operators.
The distance between Preston and Corby is 194.7 km. The road distance is 264 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Corby via Crewe, Nuneaton, Leicester, and Kettering in around 4h 17m.