The average train between Preston and Sleaford takes 4h 41m and the fastest train takes 3h 58m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston to Sleaford. 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 2 hours between Preston and Sleaford. The earliest departure is at 7:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 10:26 PM which arrives into Sleaford at 7:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 4h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Preston to Sleaford? 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 Sleaford. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Sleaford station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.
Preston to Sleaford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Sleaford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Grantham station.
Book your Preston to Sleaford train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Preston and Sleaford is 174.3 km. The road distance is 255 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Sleaford via Leeds and Grantham in around 4h 47m.