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Trains from Norwich (NRW) to Preston (Lancs)

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26

train journeys
per day

183

miles (295 kms)

5hrs 36 mins

fastest journey

05:49 / 00:02

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Norwich (NRW) to Preston (Lancs)

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On a typical weekday there are 26 scheduled rail journeys between Norwich and Preston (Lancs) , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 26 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Norwich to Preston (Lancs) is approximately 183 miles (295 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 24 mins.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Norwich and Preston (Lancs).

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Norwich to Preston (Lancs). The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 36 mins.

Journeys from Norwich to Preston (Lancs) Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:49
    5 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    11:34
    Norwich
    Preston (Lancs)
    Norwich to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 6th May
    06:04
    6 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    12:30
    Norwich
    Preston (Lancs)
    Norwich to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 6th May
    06:51
    5 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    12:36
    Norwich
    Preston (Lancs)
    Norwich to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 6th May
    07:05
    6 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    13:30
    Norwich
    Preston (Lancs)
    Norwich to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 6th May
    07:55
    5 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    13:35
    Norwich
    Preston (Lancs)
    Norwich to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 6th May
    08:03
    6 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    14:27
    Norwich
    Preston (Lancs)
    Norwich to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 6th May
    08:56
    5 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    14:32
    Norwich
    Preston (Lancs)
    Norwich to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 6th May
    09:03
    6 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    15:28
    Norwich
    Preston (Lancs)
    Norwich to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 6th May
    09:55
    5 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    15:32
    Norwich
    Preston (Lancs)
    Norwich to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 6th May
    10:00
    6 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    16:27
    Norwich
    Preston (Lancs)
    Norwich to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 6th May
    10:56
    5 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    16:32
    Norwich
    Preston (Lancs)
    Norwich to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 6th May
    11:00
    6 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    17:28
    Norwich
    Preston (Lancs)
    Norwich to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 6th May
    11:56
    5 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    17:32
    Norwich
    Preston (Lancs)
    Norwich to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 6th May
    12:00
    6 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    18:29
    Norwich
    Preston (Lancs)
    Norwich to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 6th May
    12:56
    5 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    18:35
    Norwich
    Preston (Lancs)
    Norwich to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 6th May
    13:00
    6 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    19:29
    Norwich
    Preston (Lancs)
    Norwich to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 6th May
    13:54
    5 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    19:32
    Norwich
    Preston (Lancs)
    Norwich to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 6th May
    14:01
    6 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    20:28
    Norwich
    Preston (Lancs)
    Norwich to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 6th May
    14:56
    5 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    20:32
    Norwich
    Preston (Lancs)
    Norwich to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 6th May
    15:00
    6 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    21:29
    Norwich
    Preston (Lancs)
    Norwich to Preston (Lancs)

About Norwich Station

Station name Norwich (NRW)
Address Norwich station, Station Approach, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 1EF
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:45 - 20:45
Saturday 04:45 - 20:45
Sunday 06:45 - 20:45
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 Available
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 Norwich and Preston (Lancs)

The travel time between Norwich and Preston (Lancs) by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 24 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 36 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Norwich and Preston (Lancs) vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 26 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:49, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:02.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Norwich & Preston (Lancs). owever, there are 26 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Norwich and Preston (Lancs).

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