The average train between Suffolk and Preston takes 4h 35m and the fastest train takes 3h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Suffolk 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 hourly between Suffolk and Preston. The earliest departure is at 5:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Suffolk is at 10:30 PM which arrives into Preston at 8:35 AM. All services require a transfer at London Liverpool Street and take an average of 4h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Suffolk 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 Suffolk to Preston. However, there are services departing from Suffolk station and arriving at Preston station via London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.
Suffolk to Preston train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Stowmarket station.
Suffolk to Preston train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Suffolk to Preston train tickets online with Greater Anglia, London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Suffolk and Preston is 305 km. The road distance is 468 km.
You can take a train from Stowmarket to Preston via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 4h 6m.