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Trains from Preston (Lancs) to Atherstone (ATH)

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18

train journeys
per day

94

miles (152 kms)

1hrs 46 mins

fastest journey

05:25 / 00:43

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Preston (Lancs) to Atherstone (ATH)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Preston (Lancs) and Atherstone , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Preston (Lancs) to Atherstone is approximately 94 miles (152 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 49 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Preston (Lancs) to Atherstone. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 46 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Preston (Lancs) to Atherstone

Journeys from Preston (Lancs) to Atherstone Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:25
    2 hrs 35 mins2 changes
    08:00
    Preston (Lancs)
    Atherstone
    Preston (Lancs) to Atherstone
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:21
    2 hrs 42 mins2 changes
    09:03
    Preston (Lancs)
    Atherstone
    Preston (Lancs) to Atherstone
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:22
    2 hrs 41 mins2 changes
    10:03
    Preston (Lancs)
    Atherstone
    Preston (Lancs) to Atherstone
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:20
    2 hrs 43 mins2 changes
    11:03
    Preston (Lancs)
    Atherstone
    Preston (Lancs) to Atherstone
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:20
    2 hrs 43 mins2 changes
    12:03
    Preston (Lancs)
    Atherstone
    Preston (Lancs) to Atherstone
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:20
    2 hrs 43 mins2 changes
    13:03
    Preston (Lancs)
    Atherstone
    Preston (Lancs) to Atherstone
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:21
    2 hrs 42 mins2 changes
    14:03
    Preston (Lancs)
    Atherstone
    Preston (Lancs) to Atherstone
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:21
    2 hrs 42 mins2 changes
    15:03
    Preston (Lancs)
    Atherstone
    Preston (Lancs) to Atherstone
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:21
    2 hrs 42 mins2 changes
    16:03
    Preston (Lancs)
    Atherstone
    Preston (Lancs) to Atherstone
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:20
    2 hrs 43 mins2 changes
    17:03
    Preston (Lancs)
    Atherstone
    Preston (Lancs) to Atherstone
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:20
    2 hrs 43 mins2 changes
    18:03
    Preston (Lancs)
    Atherstone
    Preston (Lancs) to Atherstone
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:20
    2 hrs 43 mins2 changes
    19:03
    Preston (Lancs)
    Atherstone
    Preston (Lancs) to Atherstone
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    17:20
    2 hrs 43 mins2 changes
    20:03
    Preston (Lancs)
    Atherstone
    Preston (Lancs) to Atherstone
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    18:10
    2 hrs 53 mins2 changes
    21:03
    Preston (Lancs)
    Atherstone
    Preston (Lancs) to Atherstone
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    20:01
    2 hrs 2 mins1 change
    22:03
    Preston (Lancs)
    Atherstone
    Preston (Lancs) to Atherstone
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    20:59
    2 hrs 3 mins1 change
    23:02
    Preston (Lancs)
    Atherstone
    Preston (Lancs) to Atherstone
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    21:18
    1 hrs 46 mins1 change
    23:04
    Preston (Lancs)
    Atherstone
    Preston (Lancs) to Atherstone
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    23:49
    6 hrs 53 mins2 changes
    06:42
    Preston (Lancs)
    Atherstone
    Preston (Lancs) to Atherstone

About Preston (Lancs) Station

Station name Preston (Lancs) (PRE)
AddressPreston station, Fishergate, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 8AP
Managed byVT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:45 - 22:00
Saturday 04:45 - 21:00
Sunday 08:00 - 22:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Atherstone Station

Station name Atherstone (ATH)
AddressAtherstone station, Long Street, Atherstone, Warwickshire, CV9 1BH
Managed byLN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeNo

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

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

The travel time between Preston (Lancs) and Atherstone by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 49 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 46 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Preston (Lancs) and Atherstone vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:25, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:43.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Preston (Lancs) & Atherstone. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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