Train Rugby to Preston from £57 | Tickets & Timetables

Trip Overview

The average train between Rugby and Preston takes 2h 30m and the fastest train takes 2h 10m. There is a train service every few hours from Rugby 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.

2h 30m
Duration: 132 mi
Distance: £57
Average price: Hourly
Frequency

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Rugby to Preston train times

Trains run hourly between Rugby and Preston. The earliest departure is at 7:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rugby is at 11:12 PM which arrives into Preston at 5:34 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, June 30, 2026

7:44 AM → 10:00 AM
2h 16m • 1 change
8:47 AM → 10:57 AM
2h 10m • 1 change
9:47 AM → 11:58 AM
2h 11m • 1 change
10:47 AM → 12:57 PM
2h 10m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, July 1, 2026

7:44 AM → 10:00 AM
2h 16m • 1 change
8:47 AM → 10:57 AM
2h 10m • 1 change
9:47 AM → 11:58 AM
2h 11m • 1 change
10:47 AM → 12:57 PM
2h 10m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, July 2, 2026

7:44 AM → 10:00 AM
2h 16m • 1 change
8:47 AM → 10:57 AM
2h 10m • 1 change
9:47 AM → 11:58 AM
2h 11m • 1 change
10:47 AM → 12:57 PM
2h 10m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, July 3, 2026

7:44 AM → 10:00 AM
2h 16m • 1 change
8:47 AM → 10:57 AM
2h 10m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

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