Preston to Truro by train

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Overview: trains from Preston to Truro

Find the key information for travelling by train from Preston to Truro, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 04:02 View journey
Last train 23:10 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 6hr 33m View journey
Distance (km) 421
Trains / day 17 View all
Cheapest journey £81.54 View journey
Avg journey time 9hr 39m
Train operators 8

Going from Preston to Truro by train

About to set off from Preston to Truro by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Cost of a train ticket between Preston and Truro

The cheapest ticket price along this route is £81.54. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 5 months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Departure frequency and timetable from Preston to Truro

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Preston to Truro:

  • 04:02 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 22:40 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 04:02 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 23:10 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 59 minutes from Preston toward Truro.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 17 trains serving this route each day.

Average train travel time and distance from Preston to Truro

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 6 hours and 33 minutes, spanning 421 kilometres in total.

When are tickets between Preston and Truro available for purchase?

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

More information on train travel from Preston to Truro

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Truro city guide to get you started.

FAQs about the train journey from Preston to Truro

Want to know more about your journey from Preston to Truro? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance from Preston to Truro is 421 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.