- Distance: 110.9 mi
- Duration: 2h 7m
The average train between Preston and Birmingham International takes 2h 7m and the fastest train takes 1h 56m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston to Birmingham International. 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 Preston and Birmingham International. The earliest departure is at 4:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:18 PM which arrives into Birmingham International at 11:20 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston station and arriving at Birmingham International station. Services depart hourly, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 7m.
Preston to Birmingham International train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Birmingham International train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, arrive at Birmingham International station.
Book your Preston to Birmingham International train tickets online with Caledonian Sleeper and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Preston and Birmingham International is 159.9 km. The road distance is 178 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Birmingham International hourly. Tickets cost £35–65 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route 6 times a week.
