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Trip Overview

The average train between Preston and Llanelli takes 4h 57m 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.

4h 57m
Duration
245 mi
Distance
£89
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Preston to Llanelli train times

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 6:17 PM which arrives into Llanelli at 11:08 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 7m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperTransport for Wales5h 45m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 45m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 41m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 41m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperTransport for Wales5h 45m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 45m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 41m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 41m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperTransport for Wales5h 50m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 47m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 48m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 47m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 13m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 5m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 13m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 51m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperTransport for Wales5h 38m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 45m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 41m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 41m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperTransport for Wales5h 45m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 45m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 41m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 41m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

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.

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  • Distance: 245.3 mi
  • Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Llanelli, Wales?

You can take a train from Preston to Llanelli via Crewe in around 5h 38m.

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