Travelling from Nottingham to Preston by train

Want to know how to get from Nottingham to Preston by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Nottingham to Preston take around 2 hours and 33 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 137 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Nottingham is scheduled to depart at around  05:21. The last departure is usually at around 23:18 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Nottingham at around 05:20, with the last train leaving at around 23:18. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 47 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 15 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £23.28.

We think any time is a great time to visit Preston, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Preston.

Is there a direct train from Nottingham to Preston?

The journey between Nottingham and Preston usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Nottingham to Preston every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Nottingham to Preston?

The Nottingham to Preston train travel takes about 2 hours and 33 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Nottingham to Preston train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Preston leaving Nottingham at around 05:21 and the last train leaving at around 23:18 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Nottingham at around 05:20, with the final departure at 23:18.