- Distance: 190.5 mi
- Duration: 3h 5m
The average train between Watford Junction and Preston takes 3h 5m and the fastest train takes 2h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Watford Junction 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 4 hours between Watford Junction and Preston. The earliest departure is at 12:13 AM at night, and the last departure from Watford Junction is at 11:48 PM which arrives into Preston at 3:08 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Watford Junction station and arriving at Preston station. Services depart every 4 hours, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 3h 5m.
Watford Junction to Preston train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, depart from Watford Junction station.
Watford Junction to Preston train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Watford Junction to Preston train tickets online with Caledonian Sleeper and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Watford Junction and Preston is 280.5 km. The road distance is 307 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Watford Junction to Preston 4 times a day. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 2h 21m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route 6 times a week.
