Is there a direct train from Preston to Cradley Heath?

The journey between Preston and Cradley Heath usually involves 6 changes of train.We usually find at least one departure on the route from Preston to Cradley Heath 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 Preston to Cradley Heath?

The Preston to Cradley Heath train travel takes about 2 hours and 5 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Preston to Cradley Heath train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Cradley Heath leaving Preston at around 06:17 and the last train leaving at around 21:18.At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Preston at around 06:17, with the final departure at 21:22.

Preston to Cradley Heath by train

First train

06:17
Last train

21:22

Avg changes

1
Fastest journey

2hr 5m

Distance

149 kilometres
Trains per day

24

Avg. journey time

2hr 53m
Train operators

From Preston to Cradley Heath by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Preston to Cradley Heath by train. With 24 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.

Train cost from Preston to Cradley Heath

Ready to book tickets from Preston to Cradley Heath? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:

The cheapest tickets between Preston and Cradley Heath typically run US$193.46.
If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .
If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .
You can book travel between these two destinations 3 and a half months in advance.

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Train times for travel between Preston and Cradley Heath

If you are taking the train from Preston to Cradley Heath, you will have 24 trains each day (with a departure every 46 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 06:17. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 21:18. On weekends, the first train departs at 06:17, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 21:22.

Average train travel time and distance from Preston to Cradley Heath

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 2 hours and 5 minutes, spanning 149 kilometres in total.

When do tickets go on sale between Preston and Cradley Heath?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Preston and Cradley Heath 3 and a half months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Making the most of your Preston to Cradley Heath travels

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Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Preston to Cradley Heath by train?

The train journey between Preston and Cradley Heath covers 149 kilometres.

How much is a train ticket from Preston to Cradley Heath?

The lowest price on this route is US$193.46. Tickets booked 30 days in advance cost around , while those booked 7 days in advance are around .

How far in advance can I book my Preston to Cradley Heath train travel?

Tickets for travel along this route go on sale 3 and a half months in advance.

What’s the travel time from Preston to Cradley Heath by train?

The fastest journey is 2 hours and 5 minutes.

Cradley Heath to Preston by train

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