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Trip Overview

The average train between Preston and South Wales takes 5h 46m and the fastest train takes 4h 21m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston to South Wales. 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 46m
Duration
210 mi
Distance
£77
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Preston to South Wales train times

Trains run hourly between Preston and South Wales. The earliest departure is at 4:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 10:41 PM which arrives into South Wales at 9:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 5h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 50m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 22m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 50m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 51m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperTransport for WalesTransport for Wales5h 54m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales5h 9m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 50m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 22m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperTransport for WalesTransport for Wales5h 54m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales5h 9m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 50m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 22m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperTransport for WalesTransport for Wales5h 53m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 51m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 51m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 21m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales5h 41m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales5h 23m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales5h 22m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales5h 22m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperTransport for WalesTransport for Wales5h 47m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales5h 9m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 50m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 22m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperTransport for WalesTransport for Wales5h 54m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales5h 9m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 50m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 22m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Preston to South Wales? 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.

Map of how to get from Preston to South Wales.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 210.1 mi
  • Duration: 5h 46m

What companies run services between Preston, England and South Wales?

You can take a train from Preston to Cwmbach via Crewe and Cardiff Central in around 5h 19m.

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