The average train between Saltash and Preston takes 7h 24m and the fastest train takes 5h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Saltash 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 every 3 hours between Saltash and Preston. The earliest departure is at 7:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Saltash is at 10:58 PM which arrives into Preston at 2:50 PM. All services require a transfer at Plymouth and take an average of 7h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Saltash 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 Saltash to Preston. However, there are services departing from Saltash station and arriving at Preston station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 24m.
Saltash to Preston train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Plymouth station.
Saltash to Preston train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Preston station.
Book your Saltash to Preston train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Saltash and Preston is 387 km. The road distance is 520 km.
You can take a train from Saltash to Preston via Plymouth and Birmingham New Street in around 7h.