The average train between Ilford and Preston takes 3h 12m and the fastest train takes 2h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Ilford 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 Ilford and Preston. The earliest departure is at 12:06 AM at night, and the last departure from Ilford is at 11:11 PM which arrives into Preston at 3:36 AM. All services require a transfer at Liverpool Street Station and take an average of 3h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Ilford to Preston. However, there are services departing from Ilford station and arriving at Preston station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.
Ilford to Preston train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from London Euston station.
Ilford to Preston train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Preston station.
Book your Ilford to Preston train tickets online with Elizabeth Line (TfL), London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Ilford and Preston is 308.4 km. The road distance is 351 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £75–130 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route twice daily.