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The average train between Preston and Lichfield takes 2h 14m and the fastest train takes 1h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston to Lichfield. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 14m
Duration
93 mi
Distance
£31
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Preston to Lichfield train times

Trains run hourly between Preston and Lichfield. The earliest departure is at 4:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Lichfield at 6:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 2h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 25m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 11m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains1h 51m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 25m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 11m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains1h 51m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains1h 53m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 25m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 11m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains1h 51m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains1h 53m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains1h 55m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains1h 53m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 4m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains1h 46m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains1h 45m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 19m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 11m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains1h 51m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains1h 53m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Preston to Lichfield? 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.

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  • Distance: 93.2 mi
  • Duration: 2h 14m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Lichfield, England?

You can take a train from Preston to Lichfield City via Crewe and Lichfield Trent Valley High Level in around 2h 21m.

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