The average train between Preston and Frome takes 5h 40m and the fastest train takes 4h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Preston to Frome. 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 3 hours between Preston and Frome. The earliest departure is at 6:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:18 PM which arrives into Frome at 10:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 5h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Preston to Frome? 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 Frome. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Frome station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.
Preston to Frome train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Frome train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Frome station.
Book your Preston to Frome train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Preston and Frome is 283 km. The road distance is 363 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Frome via Birmingham New Street and Bristol Temple Meads in around 5h 36m.