Preston to Smethwick by train

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Overview: trains from Preston to Smethwick

Find the key information for travelling by train from Preston to Smethwick, 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 05:58 View journey
Last train 21:22 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 1hr 44m View journey
Distance (km) 148
Trains / day 30 View all
Cheapest journey €23.59 View journey
Avg journey time 1hr 51m
Train operators 5

Taking the train from Preston to Smethwick

So you’re considering going from Preston to Smethwick by train? To ensure you have the smoothest, most carefree travel, keep this page handy.

Cost of a train ticket between Preston and Smethwick

The cheapest ticket price along this route is €23.59. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 5 months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Preston to Smethwick daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Smethwick on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 30 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • 06:17: departure of first train Monday-Friday

  • 21:17: departure of last train Monday-Friday

  • 05:58: departure of first train on weekends

  • 21:22: departure of last train on weekends

  • Every 31 minutes: frequency of train departures

Preston to Smethwick distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 148 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 1 hour and 44 minutes.

When do tickets between Preston and Smethwick go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Preston and Smethwick 5 months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Making the most of your Preston to Smethwick travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Smethwick.

FAQs about the train journey from Preston to Smethwick

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

The trip from Preston to Smethwick covers a distance of 148 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.