The average train between Preston and Llanelli takes 5h 6m and the fastest train takes 4h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Preston to Llanelli. 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 every 4 hours between Preston and Llanelli. The earliest departure is at 4:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Llanelli at 10:01 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Preston to Llanelli? 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 Llanelli. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Llanelli station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.
Preston to Llanelli train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Llanelli train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Llanelli station.
Book your Preston to Llanelli train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales and Caledonian Sleeper.
The distance between Preston and Llanelli is 251.3 km. The road distance is 395 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Llanelli via Crewe in around 5h 36m.