The average train between Preston and Silsden takes 2h 9m and the fastest train takes 1h 50m. The train service runs several times per day from Preston to Silsden. 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 Silsden. The earliest departure is at 5:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:05 PM which arrives into Silsden at 10:58 PM. All services require a transfer at Lancaster and take an average of 2h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Preston to Silsden? 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 Silsden. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Silsden station via Skipton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.
Preston to Silsden train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Lancaster station.
Preston to Silsden train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Skipton station.
Book your Preston to Silsden train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Preston and Silsden is 53 km. The road distance is 113 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Lancaster to Skipton every 4 hours. Tickets cost £16–35 and the journey takes 1h 11m.