The average train between Preston and Tours takes 8h 50m and the fastest train takes 6h 31m. The train service runs several times per day from Preston to Tours. 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 every 4 hours between Preston and Tours. The earliest departure is at 4:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:18 PM which arrives into Tours at 11:01 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 8h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 35m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Preston to Tours? 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 Tours. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Tours station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.
Preston to Tours train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Tours train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at St Pierre Des Corps station.
Book your Preston to Tours train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Eurostar and 3 other operators.
The distance between Preston and Tours is 747.6 km. The road distance is 1,012 km.
You can take a train from Preston to St Pierre Des Corps via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, Gare du Nord, Montparnasse Bienvenue, and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 in around 7h 53m.