The average train between Bridgwater and Preston takes 5h 19m and the fastest train takes 4h 14m. There is a train service every few hours from Bridgwater 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.
Trains run hourly between Bridgwater and Preston. The earliest departure is at 5:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bridgwater is at 8:28 PM which arrives into Preston at 7:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Temple Meads and take an average of 5h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bridgwater 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.
No, there is no direct train from Bridgwater to Preston. However, there are services departing from Bridgwater station and arriving at Preston station via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.
Bridgwater to Preston train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bridgwater station.
Bridgwater to Preston train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Preston station.
Book your Bridgwater to Preston train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Bridgwater and Preston is 293.6 km. The road distance is 364 km.
You can take a train from Bridgwater to Preston via Bristol Temple Meads and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 11m.