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Preston to Shildon trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Preston and Shildon takes 4h 48m and the fastest train takes 3h 52m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston to Shildon. 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 48m
Duration
139 mi
Distance
£71
Average price
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Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Preston to Leedstrain train Blackpool North - York / ...
  2. Take the train from Leeds to Darlingtontrain train Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
4h 2m
£50–105

Preston to Shildon train times

Trains run hourly between Preston and Shildon. The earliest departure is at 5:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 10:26 PM which arrives into Shildon at 8:41 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 4h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 139 mi
  • Duration: 4h 48m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Shildon, England?

You can take a train from Preston to Shildon via Leeds and Darlington in around 4h 2m.

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