Stoke-on-Trent to Preston train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Stoke-on-Trent to Preston take around 1 hour and 14 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 90 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Stoke-on-Trent is scheduled to depart at around  06:07. The last departure is usually at around 23:20 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Stoke-on-Trent at around 06:08, with the last train leaving at around 21:47. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 70 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 10 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$37.50.

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 Stoke-on-Trent to Preston?

The journey between Stoke-on-Trent and Preston usually involves one change of train.

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

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Preston?

The Stoke-on-Trent to Preston train travel takes about 1 hour and 14 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Stoke-on-Trent to Preston train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Preston leaving Stoke-on-Trent at around 06:07 and the last train leaving at around 23:20 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Stoke-on-Trent at around 06:08, with the final departure at 21:47.