The average train between Penzance and Preston takes 10h 17m and the fastest train takes 7h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Penzance 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 twice daily between Penzance and Preston. The earliest departure is at 11:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penzance is at 6:13 PM which arrives into Preston at 7:50 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 10h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Penzance to Preston. However, there are services departing from Penzance station and arriving at Preston station via Birmingham New Street station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 17m.
Penzance to Preston train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Penzance station.
Penzance to Preston train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.
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The distance between Penzance and Preston is 449.2 km. The road distance is 587 km.
You can take a train from Penzance to Preston via Birmingham New Street in around 8h 15m.