The average train between Rome and Preston takes 26h 1m and the fastest train takes 25h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Rome to Preston. 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 twice daily between Rome and Preston. The earliest departure is at 12:10 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Rome is at 8:05 PM which arrives into Preston at 9:39 PM. All services require a transfer at Milano Centrale and take an average of 26h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Rome to Preston? 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 Rome to Preston. However, there are services departing from Rome station and arriving at Preston station via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 1m.
Rome to Preston train services, operated by ItaloTreno, depart from Roma Termini station.
Rome to Preston train services, operated by ItaloTreno, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Rome to Preston train tickets online with ItaloTreno, Trenitalia and 3 other operators.
The distance between Rome and Preston is 1,732.7 km. The road distance is 2,270 km.
You can take a train from Roma Termini to Preston via Milano Centrale, Lyon Part Dieu, Lille Europe, London St Pancras Intl, and London Euston in around 17h 57m.