The average train between Preston and Witham takes 4h 7m and the fastest train takes 3h 21m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston to Witham. 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 Witham. The earliest departure is at 3:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:18 PM which arrives into Witham at 6:47 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 4h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Preston to Witham? 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 Witham. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Witham station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.
Preston to Witham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Witham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Witham (Essex) station.
Book your Preston to Witham train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Preston and Witham is 313.4 km. The road distance is 401 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Witham (Essex) via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 3h 24m.