The average train between Preston and Poitiers takes 8h 36m and the fastest train takes 6h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Preston to Poitiers. 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 Poitiers. The earliest departure is at 4:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 8:00 PM which arrives into Poitiers at 1:52 PM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 8h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Preston to Poitiers? 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 Poitiers. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Poitiers station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 36m.
Preston to Poitiers train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Poitiers train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Poitiers station.
Book your Preston to Poitiers train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Eurostar and 4 other operators.
The distance between Preston and Poitiers is 827.2 km. The road distance is 1,113 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Poitiers via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, Gare du Nord, Montparnasse Bienvenue, and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 in around 8h 1m.