The average train between Preston and Aachen takes 8h 27m and the fastest train takes 6h 31m. The train service runs several times per day from Preston to Aachen. 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 every 4 hours between Preston and Aachen. The earliest departure is at 3:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:18 PM which arrives into Aachen at 11:35 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 8h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 32m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Preston to Aachen? 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 Preston to Aachen. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Aachen, Hbf station via London Euston station and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.
Preston to Aachen train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Aachen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Aachen, Hbf station.
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The distance between Preston and Aachen is 683.3 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Aachen, Hbf via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, Brussels-Midi, and Bruxelles Midi in around 7h 21m.