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Trip Overview

The average train between Bournemouth and Preston takes 5h 17m and the fastest train takes 5h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Bournemouth 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.

5h 17m
Duration
276 mi
Distance
£135
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train via Stafford

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5h 32m
£114–171

Bournemouth to Preston train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Bournemouth and Preston. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bournemouth is at 6:45 PM which arrives into Preston at 11:46 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 6m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 5m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 5m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 7m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 20m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 20m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 10m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 6m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 20m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 20m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 10m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 6m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 20m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 20m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 10m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 6m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 20m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 20m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 10m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 6m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bournemouth 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.

Map of how to get from Bournemouth to Preston.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 276.1 mi
  • Duration: 5h 17m

What companies run services between Bournemouth, England and Preston, England?

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Preston via Stafford in around 5h 32m.

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