The average train between Preston and Morpeth takes 3h 46m and the fastest train takes 2h 58m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston to Morpeth. 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 Morpeth. The earliest departure is at 3:50 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 8:41 PM which arrives into Morpeth at 5:38 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 3h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 14m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Preston to Morpeth? 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 Morpeth. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Morpeth station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.
Preston to Morpeth train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Morpeth train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newcastle station.
Book your Preston to Morpeth train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited and 5 other operators.
The distance between Preston and Morpeth is 169.4 km. The road distance is 268 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Morpeth via Carlisle and Newcastle in around 3h 22m.