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Trains from Bournemouth (BMH) to Preston (Lancs)

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29

train journeys
per day

212

miles (342 kms)

5hrs 6 mins

fastest journey

00:08 / 23:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Bournemouth (BMH) to Preston (Lancs)

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On a typical weekday there are 29 scheduled rail journeys between Bournemouth and Preston (Lancs) , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 29 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bournemouth to Preston (Lancs) is approximately 212 miles (342 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bournemouth to Preston (Lancs). The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 6 mins.

Journeys from Bournemouth to Preston (Lancs) Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:08
    9 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    09:51
    Bournemouth
    Preston (Lancs)
    Bournemouth to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:15
    5 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    10:39
    Bournemouth
    Preston (Lancs)
    Bournemouth to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:11
    5 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    11:39
    Bournemouth
    Preston (Lancs)
    Bournemouth to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:30
    5 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    11:51
    Bournemouth
    Preston (Lancs)
    Bournemouth to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:26
    5 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    12:39
    Bournemouth
    Preston (Lancs)
    Bournemouth to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:31
    5 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    12:51
    Bournemouth
    Preston (Lancs)
    Bournemouth to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:18
    5 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    13:39
    Bournemouth
    Preston (Lancs)
    Bournemouth to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:40
    5 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    13:51
    Bournemouth
    Preston (Lancs)
    Bournemouth to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:22
    5 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    14:39
    Bournemouth
    Preston (Lancs)
    Bournemouth to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:45
    5 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    14:51
    Bournemouth
    Preston (Lancs)
    Bournemouth to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:22
    5 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    15:39
    Bournemouth
    Preston (Lancs)
    Bournemouth to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:45
    5 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    15:51
    Bournemouth
    Preston (Lancs)
    Bournemouth to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:22
    5 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    16:39
    Bournemouth
    Preston (Lancs)
    Bournemouth to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:45
    5 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    16:51
    Bournemouth
    Preston (Lancs)
    Bournemouth to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:22
    5 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    17:39
    Bournemouth
    Preston (Lancs)
    Bournemouth to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:45
    5 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    17:52
    Bournemouth
    Preston (Lancs)
    Bournemouth to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:22
    5 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    18:39
    Bournemouth
    Preston (Lancs)
    Bournemouth to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:45
    5 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    18:51
    Bournemouth
    Preston (Lancs)
    Bournemouth to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:22
    5 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    19:39
    Bournemouth
    Preston (Lancs)
    Bournemouth to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:45
    5 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    19:52
    Bournemouth
    Preston (Lancs)
    Bournemouth to Preston (Lancs)

About Bournemouth Station

Station name Bournemouth (BMH)
Address Bournemouth station, Holdenhurst Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 8HX
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 19:15
Saturday 06:15 - 18:00
Sunday 07:45 - 18:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Bournemouth and Preston (Lancs)

The travel time between Bournemouth and Preston (Lancs) by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 6 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bournemouth and Preston (Lancs) vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 29 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:08, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:58.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Bournemouth & Preston (Lancs). owever, there are 29 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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