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Outbound fromBirmingham to Preston (Lancs) by train
It takes an average of 1h 49m to travel from Birmingham to Preston (Lancs) by train, over a distance of around 94 miles (151 km). There are normally 16 trains per day travelling from Birmingham to Preston (Lancs) and tickets for this journey start from £14 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:05 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 19:07 | |
| Departure station | Birmingham | |
| Arrival station | Preston (Lancs) | |
| Journey time | From 1h 37m | |
| Distance | 94 miles (151 km) | |
| Frequency | 16 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £14 | |
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Taking the train from Birmingham to Preston (Lancs) in 1 hour 37 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Birmingham to Preston (Lancs)? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 1 hour 49 minutes to travel the 94 miles (151 km) from Birmingham to Preston (Lancs) by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 37 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 16 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with Avanti West Coast for all or at least part of your journey to Preston (Lancs).
Book train tickets from Birmingham to Preston (Lancs) in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £14.00. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Preston (Lancs) by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Preston (Lancs)
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Birmingham to Preston (Lancs) is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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