The average train between Preston and Crich takes 3h 33m and the fastest train takes 2h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston to Crich. 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 Crich. The earliest departure is at 4:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 8:01 PM which arrives into Crich at 6:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 3h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Preston to Crich? 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 Crich. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Crich station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.
Preston to Crich train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Crich train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Derby station.
Book your Preston to Crich train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railways and Caledonian Sleeper.
The distance between Preston and Crich is 110.7 km. The road distance is 182 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Whatstandwell via Crewe and Derby in around 3h 50m.