The average train between Preston and Switzerland takes 12h 2m and the fastest train takes 9h 31m. The train service runs several times per day from Preston to Switzerland. 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 3 times a day between Preston and Switzerland. The earliest departure is at 4:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:18 PM which arrives into Switzerland at 2:32 PM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 12h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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17h 32m • 4 changesWant to know about travelling from Preston to Switzerland? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Preston to Switzerland. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Switzerland station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 2m.
Preston to Switzerland train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Switzerland train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Zuerich Hb station.
Book your Preston to Switzerland train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Eurostar and 4 other operators.
The distance between Preston and Switzerland is 1,094.8 km. The road distance is 1,402 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Zürich Stadelhofen via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, Paris Gare De Lyon, Zuerich Hb, and Zürich HB in around 10h 58m.