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Trip Overview

The average train between Southampton and Preston (Station) takes 5h 6m and the fastest train takes 4h 34m. There is a train service every few hours from Southampton to Preston (Station). The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 6m
Duration
248 mi
Distance
£116
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Southampton to Preston (Station) train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Southampton and Preston (Station). The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Southampton is at 7:15 PM which arrives into Preston (Station) at 6:40 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 35m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast11h 25m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 35m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 34m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 35m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 35m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 35m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 34m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 35m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 35m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 35m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 34m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 35m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 35m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 35m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 35m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 36m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 36m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 35m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 34m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 35m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 35m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 35m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 34m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 35m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 35m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Southampton to Preston (Station)? 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 Southampton to Preston (Station).ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 247.5 mi
  • Duration: 5h 6m

What companies run services between Southampton, England and Preston (Station), England?

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Preston via Wolverhampton in around 5h 9m.

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