Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston by train

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Overview: trains from Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston

Find the key information for travelling by train from Stratford-upon-Avon 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 06:06 View journey
Last train 23:30 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 47m View journey
Distance (km) 186
Trains / day 27 View all
Cheapest journey US$68.50 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 46m
Train operators 5

Discover Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston by train

Planning a train adventure from Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston? To get started, check out our detailed guide to a seamless, enjoyable journey.

Train ticket cost for journeys between Stratford-upon-Avon and Preston

Just like airline tickets, train fares vary by the operator, the number of stops, the time of day you travel, how far in advance you book and more. When it comes to timing, while the cheapest tickets on this route are typically US$68.50, when booked a month in advance, tickets costs an average of , and when purchased a week in advance, tickets increase to .

How to find cheap train tickets

Booking early nearly always keeps more money in your pocket, but there are other ways to save big on tickets. Refer to our cheap train ticket guide to make sure you make the most out of your travel budget.

Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston train schedule

  • The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 06:06.

  • The latest weekday train along this route departs at 23:30.

  • The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 07:43.

  • The latest weekend train along this route departs at 23:30.

  • 27 trains run along this route each day.

  • Trains leave the station every 28 minutes.

How long is the train journey from Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston?

This journey covers a total of 186 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 2 hours and 47 minutes.

Booking Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston trains in advance

Booking your Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 5 months before departure.

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Further insights on trains from Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Preston city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston

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

The distance between Stratford-upon-Avon and Preston is 186 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.