Travelling from Shrewsbury to Preston by train

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

The fastest trains from Shrewsbury to Preston take around 1 hour and 39 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 116 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Shrewsbury is scheduled to depart at around  00:12. The last departure is usually at around 22:20 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Shrewsbury at around 00:12, with the last train leaving at around 23:30. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 49 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 6 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €38.94.

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 Shrewsbury to Preston?

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

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury to Preston?

The Shrewsbury to Preston train travel takes about 1 hour and 39 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Shrewsbury to Preston train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Preston leaving Shrewsbury at around 00:12 and the last train leaving at around 22:20 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Shrewsbury at around 00:12, with the final departure at 23:30.