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Trip Overview

The average train between Preston and Betws-y-Coed takes 4h 42m and the fastest train takes 3h 33m. The train service runs several times per day from Preston to Betws-y-Coed. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 42m
Duration
104 mi
Distance
£42
Average price
4 times a day
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain train
  2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Llandudno Junctiontrain train
  3. Take the train from Llandudno Junction to Betws-y-Coedtrain train
4h 6m
£35–57

Preston to Betws-y-Coed train times

Trains run 4 times a day between Preston and Betws-y-Coed. The earliest departure is at 7:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Betws-y-Coed at 5:41 AM. All services require a transfer at Warrington Bank Quay and take an average of 4h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales7h 2m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 34m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 34m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 33m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 34m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales7h • 2 changes

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 33m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 34m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 33m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 34m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 33m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 34m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 33m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 34m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 33m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 34m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 33m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 34m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 33m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 34m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 33m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 34m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 103.7 mi
  • Duration: 4h 42m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Betws-y-Coed, Wales?

You can take a train from Preston to Betws-y-Coed via Warrington Bank Quay and Llandudno Junction in around 4h 6m.

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