Hertford to Preston Trains

Hertford to Preston trains

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The average train between Hertford and Preston takes 3h 52m and the fastest train takes 3h 16m. There is a train service every few hours from Hertford 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.

3h 52m

Duration

232 mi

Distance

£84

Average price

Hourly

Frequency

Hertford to Preston train times

Trains run hourly between Hertford and Preston. The earliest departure is at 6:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hertford is at 11:17 PM which arrives into Preston at 8:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Tottenham Hale and take an average of 3h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

6:07 PM → 9:55 PM
3h 48m • 2 changes
7:07 PM → 11:19 PM
4h 12m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

7:37 AM → 11:39 AM
4h 2m • 2 changes
8:25 AM → 12:39 PM
4h 14m • 2 changes
9:25 AM → 1:38 PM
4h 13m • 2 changes
10:55 AM → 2:39 PM
3h 44m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

6:06 AM → 9:38 AM
3h 32m • 2 changes
7:22 AM → 10:39 AM
3h 17m • 2 changes
8:22 AM → 11:38 AM
3h 16m • 2 changes
8:36 AM → 12:07 PM
3h 31m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

6:06 AM → 9:38 AM
3h 32m • 2 changes
7:22 AM → 10:39 AM
3h 17m • 2 changes
8:22 AM → 11:38 AM
3h 16m • 2 changes
8:36 AM → 12:07 PM
3h 31m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Hertford 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.

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

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.

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