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Trip Overview

The average train between Preston and Lichfield takes 2h 9m 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.

2h 9m
Duration
93 mi
Distance
£31
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Preston to Lichfield train times

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 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains1h 44m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains1h 45m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains1h 44m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 19m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 11m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains1h 51m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains1h 53m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 25m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 11m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains1h 51m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains1h 53m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 25m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 11m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains1h 51m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains1h 53m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 25m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 11m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains1h 51m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains1h 53m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 25m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 11m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains1h 51m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains1h 53m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains1h 55m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains1h 53m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains1h 53m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains1h 53m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

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.

Map of how to get from Preston to Lichfield.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 93.2 mi
  • Duration: 2h 9m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Lichfield, England?

You can take a train from Preston to Lichfield City via Crewe and Lichfield Trent Valley High Level in around 2h 21m.

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