Gloucester to Preston by train

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Overview: trains from Gloucester to Preston

Find the key information for travelling by train from Gloucester 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 06:00 View journey
Last train 22:47 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 50m View journey
Distance (km) 213
Trains / day 41 View all
Cheapest journey US$86.00 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 29m
Train operators 3

Gloucester to Preston train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Gloucester to Preston take around 2 hours and 50 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 213 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Gloucester is scheduled to depart at around  06:00. The last departure is usually at around 22:47 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Gloucester at around 07:00, with the last train leaving at around 22:29. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 41 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 3 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$86.00.

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 Gloucester to Preston?

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

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

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

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

The Gloucester to Preston train travel takes about 2 hours and 50 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Gloucester to Preston train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Preston leaving Gloucester at around 06:00 and the last train leaving at around 22:47 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Gloucester at around 07:00, with the final departure at 22:29.

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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.