The average train between Preston and Cornwall takes 10h 30m and the fastest train takes 7h 7m. The train service runs several times per day from Preston to Cornwall. 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 Cornwall. The earliest departure is at 7:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:19 PM which arrives into Cornwall at 4:47 PM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 10h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Preston to Cornwall? 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 Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Cornwall station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 30m.
Preston to Cornwall train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Cornwall train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Par station.
Book your Preston to Cornwall train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Preston and Cornwall is 397.4 km. The road distance is 575 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Luxulyan via Birmingham New Street, Plymouth, and Par in around 8h 42m.