The average train between Preston and Lichfield takes 2h 12m and the fastest train takes 1h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston to Lichfield. 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 Lichfield. The earliest departure is at 4:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Lichfield at 6:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 2h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Preston to Lichfield? 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 Lichfield. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Lichfield station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.
Preston to Lichfield train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Lichfield train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Lichfield Trent Valley station.
Book your Preston to Lichfield train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains and Caledonian Sleeper.
The distance between Preston and Lichfield is 133.7 km. The road distance is 150 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Lichfield City via Crewe and Lichfield Trent Valley High Level in around 2h 20m.