The average train between Preston and Hammersmith takes 3h 21m and the fastest train takes 2h 41m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston to Hammersmith. 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 Hammersmith. The earliest departure is at 3:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:18 PM which arrives into Hammersmith at 1:44 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 3h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Preston to Hammersmith. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Hammersmith station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.
Preston to Hammersmith train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Hammersmith train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, arrive at London Euston station.
The distance between Preston and Hammersmith is 302.9 km. The road distance is 345 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to London Euston hourly. Tickets cost £75–130 and the journey takes 2h 15m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route twice daily.