The average train between Preston and Hexham takes 2h 15m and the fastest train takes 1h 58m. There is an hourly train service from Preston to Hexham. 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 Hexham. The earliest departure is at 3:29 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 8:41 PM which arrives into Hexham at 10:58 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Preston to Hexham. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Hexham station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.
Preston to Hexham train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Hexham train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Hexham station.
Book your Preston to Hexham train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited and 2 other operators.
The distance between Preston and Hexham is 140 km. The road distance is 206 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Hexham via Carlisle in around 2h 19m.