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The average train between Preston and Norwich takes 5h 34m and the fastest train takes 5h 21m. The train service runs several times per day from Preston to Norwich. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 34m
Duration
249 mi
Distance
£132
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Preston to Norwich train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Preston and Norwich. The earliest departure is at 6:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 11:34 PM which arrives into Norwich at 4:14 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railways5h 30m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railways5h 25m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railways5h 24m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railways5h 21m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railways5h 21m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railways5h 25m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railways5h 24m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railways5h 21m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railways5h 21m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railways5h 25m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railways5h 24m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railways5h 21m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railways5h 21m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railways5h 25m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railways5h 24m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railways5h 21m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railways5h 21m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railways5h 25m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railways5h 25m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railways5h 22m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railways5h 21m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands Railways5h 49m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railways5h 24m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railways5h 23m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railways5h 24m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Preston to Norwich? 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: 248.9 mi
  • Duration: 5h 34m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Norwich via Manchester Piccadilly in around 6h 24m.

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