Cheapest
Average
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
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Fastest Journey
2 h 46 m
Average
2 h 46 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
153 km
Of the 1 trains that leave Preston for Birmingham every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
Distance | 94 miles (152 km) | |
Average train duration | 2 h 46 min | |
Average train ticket price | $73 (€63) | |
Train frequency | 16 a day | |
Direct train | Yes, there are 14 direct trains a day | |
Train companies | Cross Country or Avanti West Coast |
Trains from Preston to Birmingham cover the 94 miles (152 km) long route taking on average 2 h 46 min with our travel partners like Cross Country or Avanti West Coast. Normally, there are 16 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around $73 (€63), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $72 (€62). Travelers depart most frequently from Preston and arrive in Birmingham New Street.
You can travel by train from Preston to Birmingham with CrossCountry for as low as $72 (€62). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.
CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train to Birmingham from Preston you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.
Omio helps you compare and book the perfect train with CrossCountry between Preston and Birmingham for a smooth and relaxing journey. Check the latest CrossCountry train schedules for the ideal departure and arrival times, take a look at the travel information for the Preston to Birmingham train with CrossCountry (such as baggage allowance and amenities offered onboard), compare the best connections for your Preston - Birmingham journey and then book a cheap train ticket with ease. The distance from Preston to Birmingham by train is 94 miles (152 km). You can book tickets for this CrossCountry train for as low as $72 (€62) one-way if you book in advance. When you search for CrossCountry tickets from Preston to Birmingham in the Omio app, you can also check whether they are mobile tickets quickly and easily. If they are mobile tickets, then you can go paperless when taking a train. Book that perfect CrossCountry Preston - Birmingham train ticket online and enjoy your trip!
Omio customers traveling this route depart most frequently from Preston and arrive in Birmingham New Street.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Preston, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city center, and they get off the train at Birmingham New Street, located 1.6 miles (2.6 km) away from the city center.
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