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Swindon to Preston trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Swindon and Preston takes 5h 20m and the fastest train takes 3h 56m. There is a train service every few hours from Swindon 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.

5h 20m
Duration
191 mi
Distance
£96
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spatrain train
  2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain train
  3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain train
4h 33m
£77–130

Swindon to Preston train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Swindon and Preston. The earliest departure is at 6:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Swindon is at 11:42 PM which arrives into Preston at 9:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Cheltenham Spa and take an average of 5h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 191.2 mi
  • Duration: 5h 20m

What companies run services between Swindon, England and Preston, England?

You can take a train from Swindon to Preston via Cheltenham Spa and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 33m.

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