The average train between Wales and Preston takes 4h 16m and the fastest train takes 3h 33m. There is a train service every few hours from Wales 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 Wales and Preston. The earliest departure is at 4:33 AM at night, and the last departure from Wales is at 10:21 PM which arrives into Preston at 6:40 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Wales 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 Wales to Preston. However, there are services departing from Wales station and arriving at Preston station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.
Wales to Preston train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Wales to Preston train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Wales to Preston train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Wales and Preston is 177.5 km. The road distance is 304 km.
You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Preston via Crewe in around 3h 52m.