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Trains from Birmingham Stations to Preston (Lancs)

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19

train journeys
per day

96

miles (155 kms)

1hrs 43 mins

fastest journey

00:25 / 23:58

first / last train

14

direct trains

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Birmingham Stations to Preston (Lancs)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Birmingham Stations and Preston (Lancs) , with 14 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 5 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birmingham Stations to Preston (Lancs) is approximately 96 miles (155 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 19 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham Stations and Preston (Lancs).

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birmingham New Street to Preston (Lancs). The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 43 mins.

Journeys from Birmingham Stations to Preston (Lancs) Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:25
    6 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    06:41
    Birmingham New Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birmingham New Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:05
    1 hrs 46 mins Direct
    07:51
    Birmingham New Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birmingham New Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:07
    1 hrs 43 mins Direct
    08:50
    Birmingham New Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birmingham New Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:07
    1 hrs 44 mins Direct
    09:51
    Birmingham New Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birmingham New Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:07
    1 hrs 44 mins Direct
    10:51
    Birmingham New Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birmingham New Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:07
    1 hrs 44 mins Direct
    11:51
    Birmingham New Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birmingham New Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:07
    1 hrs 44 mins Direct
    12:51
    Birmingham New Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birmingham New Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:07
    1 hrs 44 mins Direct
    13:51
    Birmingham New Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birmingham New Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:07
    1 hrs 44 mins Direct
    14:51
    Birmingham New Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birmingham New Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:07
    1 hrs 44 mins Direct
    15:51
    Birmingham New Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birmingham New Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:07
    1 hrs 44 mins Direct
    16:51
    Birmingham New Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birmingham New Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:07
    1 hrs 45 mins Direct
    17:52
    Birmingham New Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birmingham New Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:07
    1 hrs 44 mins Direct
    18:51
    Birmingham New Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birmingham New Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:07
    1 hrs 45 mins Direct
    19:52
    Birmingham New Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birmingham New Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:07
    1 hrs 44 mins Direct
    20:51
    Birmingham New Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birmingham New Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:01
    2 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    22:51
    Birmingham New Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birmingham New Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:07
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    23:00
    Birmingham New Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birmingham New Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:01
    1 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    23:53
    Birmingham New Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birmingham New Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:40
    7 hrs 1 min 1 change
    06:41
    Birmingham New Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birmingham New Street to Preston (Lancs)

About Birmingham Stations Station

Station name Birmingham Stations (13)
Address Wolverhampton station, Corn Hill, Wolverhampton, West Midlands, WV1 1LE
Managed by WM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:30 - 22:30
Tuesday 05:30 - 22:30
Wednesday 05:30 - 22:30
Thursday 05:30 - 22:30
Friday 05:30 - 22:30
Saturday 05:30 - 22:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Preston (Lancs) Station

Station name Preston (Lancs) (PRE)
Address Preston station, Fishergate, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 8AP
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 22:00
Saturday 04:45 - 21:00
Sunday 08:00 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birmingham Stations and Preston (Lancs)

The travel time between Birmingham Stations and Preston (Lancs) by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 19 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 43 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birmingham Stations and Preston (Lancs) vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:25, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:58.

First class tickets on trains between Birmingham Stations and Preston (Lancs) typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Birmingham Stations and Preston (Lancs) can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 14 direct services per day from Birmingham Stations to Preston (Lancs)

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham Stations and Preston (Lancs).

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Birmingham Stations and Preston (Lancs), but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.