The average train between Redruth and Preston takes 8h 27m and the fastest train takes 6h 53m. The train service runs several times per day from Redruth to Preston. 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 3 hours between Redruth and Preston. The earliest departure is at 5:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Redruth is at 10:16 PM which arrives into Preston at 10:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Plymouth and take an average of 8h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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7h 8m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Redruth to Preston? 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 Redruth to Preston. However, there are services departing from Redruth station and arriving at Preston station via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.
Redruth to Preston train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Redruth station.
Redruth to Preston train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Preston station.
Book your Redruth to Preston train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Redruth and Preston is 428.7 km. The road distance is 613 km.
You can take a train from Redruth to Preston via Plymouth and Birmingham New Street in around 8h 18m.