It takes an average of 3h 40m to travel from Church Stretton to Preston (Lancs) by train, over a distance of around 84 miles (136 km). There are normally 17 trains per day travelling from Church Stretton to Preston (Lancs) and tickets for this journey start from £27.50 when you book in advance.
First train | 05:26 | |
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Last train | 23:19 | |
Departure station | Church Stretton | |
Arrival station | Preston (Lancs) | |
Journey time | From 1h 50m | |
Distance | 84 miles (136 km) | |
Frequency | 17 trains per day | |
Changes | 1 change | |
Price | From £27.50 | |
Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales |
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The train from Church Stretton to Preston (Lancs) usually takes 3 hours 40 minutes on average to travel 84 miles (136 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 1 hour 50 minutes. You can expect to find 17 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Preston (Lancs), as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or TransPennine Express, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Church Stretton to Preston (Lancs) if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £27.50. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
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The average journey time by train between Church Stretton and Preston (Lancs) is 3 hours and 40 minutes, with around 17 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Church Stretton to Preston (Lancs) is 1 hour and 50 minutes.
Train ticket prices from Church Stretton to Preston (Lancs) can start from as little as £27.50 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
No, there are no direct train services from Church Stretton to Preston (Lancs). Travelling from Church Stretton to Preston (Lancs) by train will require a minimum of 1 change.
The first train from Church Stretton to Preston (Lancs) leaves at 05:26. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Church Stretton to Preston (Lancs) leaves at 23:19. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Church Stretton to Preston (Lancs) cover a distance of around 84 miles (136 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Preston (Lancs) to Church Stretton.
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