The average train between Canary Wharf and Preston takes 2h 59m and the fastest train takes 2h 31m. There is a train service every few hours from Canary Wharf 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 Canary Wharf and Preston. The earliest departure is at 12:09 AM at night, and the last departure from Canary Wharf is at 11:17 PM which arrives into Preston at 3:36 AM. All services require a transfer at Liverpool Street Station and take an average of 2h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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2h 56m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Canary Wharf 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 Canary Wharf to Preston. However, there are services departing from Canary Wharf station and arriving at Preston station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.
Canary Wharf to Preston train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from London Euston station.
Canary Wharf to Preston train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Preston station.
Book your Canary Wharf to Preston train tickets online with Elizabeth Line (TfL), London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Canary Wharf and Preston is 309.5 km. The road distance is 344 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £70–120 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route twice daily.