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Preston to Stamford trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Preston and Stamford takes 3h 59m and the fastest train takes 3h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston to Stamford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 59m
Duration
170 mi
Distance
£65
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Crewe

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  1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain train
  2. Take the train from Crewe to Nuneatontrain train
  3. Take the train from Nuneaton to Stamfordtrain train
4h 3m
£45–117

Preston to Stamford train times

Trains run hourly between Preston and Stamford. The earliest departure is at 4:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:18 PM which arrives into Stamford at 6:56 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 3h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 35m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 19m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 38m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 38m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperAvanti West CoastCross Country3h 40m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLumoCross Country3h 55m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 36m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 37m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperAvanti West CoastCross Country3h 40m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country3h 21m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 35m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 35m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 59m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLumoCross Country3h 42m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 40m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 40m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperAvanti West CoastCross Country3h 33m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLumoCross Country3h 55m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 36m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 37m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Preston to Stamford? 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 Stamford.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 169.7 mi
  • Duration: 3h 59m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Stamford via Crewe and Nuneaton in around 4h 3m.

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