Preston to Telford by train

From Preston to Telford by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Preston to Telford by train. With 30 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.

Cost of train travel from Preston to Telford

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Preston to Telford:

• Cheapest ticket: £36.20

• Pricing when booking a month in advance:

• Pricing when booking a week in advance:

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

Train schedule for travel between Preston and Telford

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 30 trains make this journey of 121 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Preston is at 00:57 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 22:40.

During the weekend, 00:57 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 23:36 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 21 minutes.

Preston to Telford train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 121 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 1 hour and 39 minutes.

When are tickets between Preston and Telford available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Preston and Telford can be purchased 5 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Learn more about train travel from Preston to Telford

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Preston and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Telford city guide.