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Trip Overview

The average train between Preston and Melksham takes 6h 27m and the fastest train takes 4h 19m. The train service runs several times per day from Preston to Melksham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 27m
Duration
234 mi
Distance
£106
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Preston to Melksham train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Preston and Melksham. The earliest departure is at 6:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:19 PM which arrives into Melksham at 11:56 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 6h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 19m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 51m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 49m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 19m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 20m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 19m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 51m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 49m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 20m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 19m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 51m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 49m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 20m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 19m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 51m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 49m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 12m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 19m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 20m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 42m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 50m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 49m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 49m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 40m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 20m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 19m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 51m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 49m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Preston to Melksham? 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 Melksham.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 234.2 mi
  • Duration: 6h 27m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Melksham, Wiltshire, England?

You can take a train from Preston to Melksham via Birmingham New Street, Bristol Temple Meads, and Chippenham in around 6h 18m.

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