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Outbound fromPreston (Lancs) to Birmingham by train
It takes an average of 2h 0m to travel from Preston (Lancs) to Birmingham by train, over a distance of around 94 miles (151 km). There are normally 24 trains per day travelling from Preston (Lancs) to Birmingham and tickets for this journey start from £12.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:18 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:18 | |
| Departure station | Preston (Lancs) | |
| Arrival station | Birmingham | |
| Journey time | From 1h 43m | |
| Distance | 94 miles (151 km) | |
| Frequency | 24 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £12.50 | |
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Taking the train from Preston (Lancs) to Birmingham in 1 hour 43 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Preston (Lancs) to Birmingham? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours to travel the 94 miles (151 km) from Preston (Lancs) to Birmingham by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 43 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 24 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 Birmingham.
Book train tickets from Preston (Lancs) to Birmingham in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £12.50. 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 Birmingham by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Preston (Lancs) to Birmingham
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 Preston (Lancs) to Birmingham 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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