- Distance: 111.3 mi
- Duration: 2h 7m
The average train between Preston and Birmingham NEC takes 2h 7m and the fastest train takes 1h 56m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston to Birmingham NEC. 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 NEC. 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 NEC 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 NEC station. Services depart hourly, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 7m.
Preston to Birmingham NEC train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Birmingham NEC train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Birmingham International station.
Book your Preston to Birmingham NEC train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and Caledonian Sleeper.
The distance between Preston and Birmingham NEC is 159.8 km. The road distance is 179 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Birmingham International hourly. Tickets cost £40–65 and the journey takes 2h 7m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route 6 times a week.
