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Trains from Preston (Lancs) to Birmingham International (BHI)

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30

train journeys
per day

99

miles (159 kms)

1hrs 49 mins

fastest journey

05:33 / 00:43

first / last train

14

direct trains

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Preston (Lancs) to Birmingham International (BHI)

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On a typical weekday there are 30 scheduled rail journeys between Preston (Lancs) and Birmingham International , with 14 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Preston (Lancs) to Birmingham International is approximately 99 miles (159 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 36 mins.

Northern Rail, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Preston (Lancs) and Birmingham International.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Preston (Lancs) to Birmingham International. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 49 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Preston (Lancs) to Birmingham International

Journeys from Preston (Lancs) to Birmingham International Today

  • Mon 24th Jun
    05:33
    2 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    07:45
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birmingham International
    Preston (Lancs) to Birmingham International
  • Mon 24th Jun
    06:00
    2 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    08:26
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birmingham International
    Preston (Lancs) to Birmingham International
  • Mon 24th Jun
    06:20
    2 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    09:12
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birmingham International
    Preston (Lancs) to Birmingham International
  • Mon 24th Jun
    07:18
    2 hrs 13 mins Direct
    09:31
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birmingham International
    Preston (Lancs) to Birmingham International
  • Mon 24th Jun
    08:17
    2 hrs 9 mins Direct
    10:26
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birmingham International
    Preston (Lancs) to Birmingham International
  • Mon 24th Jun
    08:20
    2 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    11:12
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birmingham International
    Preston (Lancs) to Birmingham International
  • Mon 24th Jun
    09:18
    2 hrs 13 mins Direct
    11:31
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birmingham International
    Preston (Lancs) to Birmingham International
  • Mon 24th Jun
    09:20
    2 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    12:12
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birmingham International
    Preston (Lancs) to Birmingham International
  • Mon 24th Jun
    10:18
    2 hrs 13 mins Direct
    12:31
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birmingham International
    Preston (Lancs) to Birmingham International
  • Mon 24th Jun
    10:20
    2 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    13:12
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birmingham International
    Preston (Lancs) to Birmingham International
  • Mon 24th Jun
    11:18
    2 hrs 13 mins Direct
    13:31
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birmingham International
    Preston (Lancs) to Birmingham International
  • Mon 24th Jun
    12:18
    2 hrs 13 mins Direct
    14:31
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birmingham International
    Preston (Lancs) to Birmingham International
  • Mon 24th Jun
    12:21
    2 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    15:12
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birmingham International
    Preston (Lancs) to Birmingham International
  • Mon 24th Jun
    13:18
    2 hrs 8 mins Direct
    15:26
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birmingham International
    Preston (Lancs) to Birmingham International
  • Mon 24th Jun
    13:19
    2 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    16:12
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birmingham International
    Preston (Lancs) to Birmingham International
  • Mon 24th Jun
    14:18
    2 hrs 8 mins Direct
    16:26
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birmingham International
    Preston (Lancs) to Birmingham International
  • Mon 24th Jun
    14:20
    2 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    17:12
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birmingham International
    Preston (Lancs) to Birmingham International
  • Mon 24th Jun
    15:18
    2 hrs 13 mins Direct
    17:31
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birmingham International
    Preston (Lancs) to Birmingham International
  • Mon 24th Jun
    15:20
    2 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    18:12
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birmingham International
    Preston (Lancs) to Birmingham International
  • Mon 24th Jun
    16:18
    2 hrs 8 mins Direct
    18:26
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birmingham International
    Preston (Lancs) to Birmingham International

About Preston (Lancs) Station

Station name Preston (Lancs) (PRE)
Address Preston station, Fishergate, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 8AP
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 22:00
Saturday 04:45 - 21:00
Sunday 08:00 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Birmingham International Station

Station name Birmingham International (BHI)
Address Birmingham International station, Stationlink Road, National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham, West Midlands, B40 1PA
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:00
Saturday 06:15 - 21:00
Sunday 08:15 - 21:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Preston (Lancs) and Birmingham International

The travel time between Preston (Lancs) and Birmingham International by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 36 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 49 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Preston (Lancs) and Birmingham International vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 30 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:43.

First class tickets on trains between Preston (Lancs) and Birmingham International typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Preston (Lancs) and Birmingham International can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 14 direct services per day from Preston (Lancs) to Birmingham International

Northern Rail, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Preston (Lancs) and Birmingham International.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Preston (Lancs) and Birmingham International, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.