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Trains from Selly Oak (SLY) to Preston (Lancs)

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18

train journeys
per day

96

miles (155 kms)

2hrs 18 mins

fastest journey

06:32 / 00:04

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Selly Oak (SLY) to Preston (Lancs)

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

The distance by rail from Selly Oak to Preston (Lancs) is approximately 96 miles (155 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 38 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Selly Oak to Preston (Lancs). The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 18 mins.

Journeys from Selly Oak to Preston (Lancs) Today

  • Mon 13th May
    06:32
    2 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    08:50
    Selly Oak
    Preston (Lancs)
    Selly Oak to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    07:32
    2 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    09:51
    Selly Oak
    Preston (Lancs)
    Selly Oak to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    08:32
    2 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    10:51
    Selly Oak
    Preston (Lancs)
    Selly Oak to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    09:32
    2 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    11:51
    Selly Oak
    Preston (Lancs)
    Selly Oak to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    10:32
    2 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    12:51
    Selly Oak
    Preston (Lancs)
    Selly Oak to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    11:32
    2 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    13:51
    Selly Oak
    Preston (Lancs)
    Selly Oak to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    12:32
    2 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    14:51
    Selly Oak
    Preston (Lancs)
    Selly Oak to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    13:32
    2 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    15:51
    Selly Oak
    Preston (Lancs)
    Selly Oak to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    14:32
    2 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    16:51
    Selly Oak
    Preston (Lancs)
    Selly Oak to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    15:32
    2 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    17:52
    Selly Oak
    Preston (Lancs)
    Selly Oak to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    16:32
    2 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    18:51
    Selly Oak
    Preston (Lancs)
    Selly Oak to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    17:32
    2 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    19:52
    Selly Oak
    Preston (Lancs)
    Selly Oak to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    18:32
    2 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    20:51
    Selly Oak
    Preston (Lancs)
    Selly Oak to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    19:32
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    22:51
    Selly Oak
    Preston (Lancs)
    Selly Oak to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    20:23
    2 hrs 37 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    23:00
    Selly Oak
    Preston (Lancs)
    Selly Oak to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    20:32
    2 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    23:00
    Selly Oak
    Preston (Lancs)
    Selly Oak to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    21:32
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    23:46
    Selly Oak
    Preston (Lancs)
    Selly Oak to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    23:53
    6 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    06:41
    Selly Oak
    Preston (Lancs)
    Selly Oak to Preston (Lancs)

About Selly Oak Station

Station name Selly Oak (SLY)
Address Selly Oak station, Bristol Road, Selly Oak, West Midlands, B29 6DW
Managed by WM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 21:00
Saturday 07:00 - 21:00
Sunday 09:00 - 19:00
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 Unavailable
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 Selly Oak and Preston (Lancs)

The travel time between Selly Oak and Preston (Lancs) by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 38 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 18 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Selly Oak and Preston (Lancs) 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 06:32, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:04.

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Amenities on trains between Selly Oak 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 Selly Oak & Preston (Lancs). owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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