The average train between Preston and Hull takes 3h 37m and the fastest train takes 3h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston to Hull. 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 Hull. The earliest departure is at 5:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 10:26 PM which arrives into Hull at 6:25 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Preston to Hull. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Hull station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.
Preston to Hull train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Hull train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Hull station.
Book your Preston to Hull train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Preston and Hull is 155.8 km. The road distance is 180 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Hull via Leeds in around 3h 1m.