The average train between Weymouth and Preston takes 8h 29m and the fastest train takes 5h 46m. The train service runs several times per day from Weymouth 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 Weymouth and Preston. The earliest departure is at 6:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Weymouth is at 8:40 PM which arrives into Preston at 12:51 PM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Temple Meads and take an average of 8h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 20m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Weymouth 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 Weymouth to Preston. However, there are services departing from Weymouth station and arriving at Preston station via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 29m.
Weymouth to Preston train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Weymouth station.
Weymouth to Preston train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Preston station.
Book your Weymouth to Preston train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Weymouth and Preston is 350.5 km. The road distance is 449 km.
You can take a train from Weymouth to Preston via Bristol Temple Meads and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 42m.