Wrexham to Preston by train

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Overview: trains from Wrexham to Preston

Find the key information for travelling by train from Wrexham to Preston, 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 00:14 View journey
Last train 23:03 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 1hr 33m View journey
Distance (km) 81
Trains / day 35 View all
Cheapest journey £33.80 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 28m
Train operators 10

Wrexham to Preston by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Wrexham to Preston? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 81 kilometres.

Train cost between Wrexham to Preston

Getting from Wrexham to Preston by rail typically costs £33.80, but runs about if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to . Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.

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Wrexham to Preston daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Preston on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 35 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • 00:15: departure of first train Monday-Friday

  • 23:03: departure of last train Monday-Friday

  • 00:14: departure of first train on weekends

  • 21:40: departure of last train on weekends

  • Every 6 minutes: frequency of train departures

How long does the train from Wrexham to Preston take?

The shortest journey time on this route is 1 hour and 33 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 81 kilometres.

When are tickets between Wrexham and Preston available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Wrexham and Preston can be purchased 3 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Additional information on train travel from Wrexham to Preston

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Preston city guide to start planning your getaway.

FAQs about the train journey from Wrexham to Preston

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

The train route from Wrexham to Preston covers 81 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.