The average train between Preston and Ypres takes 7h 48m and the fastest train takes 6h 34m. The train service runs several times per day from Preston to Ypres. 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 4 times a day between Preston and Ypres. The earliest departure is at 8:01 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 4:59 PM which arrives into Ypres at 8:44 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 7h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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6h 43m • 4 changesWant to know about travelling from Preston to Ypres? 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 Ypres. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Ypres station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 48m.
Preston to Ypres train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Ypres train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Lille Europe station.
Book your Preston to Ypres train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Eurostar and 3 other operators.
The distance between Preston and Ypres is 499 km. The road distance is 666 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Ypres via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, Gare Lille Europe, Gare Jean Lebas Roubaix, Roubaix, and Courtrai in around 7h 6m.