The cheapest and fastest trains from Sutton Coldfield to Preston
Cheapest price
£0
Average price
£-0
Fastest journey
2 h 3 m
Average duration
2 h 17 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
146 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sutton Coldfield to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Sutton Coldfield to Preston you need to make at least one change.










Live departures
Sutton Coldfield to Preston train times
The table below shows live departures for Sutton Coldfield to Preston trains for tomorrow, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:30 Sutton Coldfield | 2h20 | 08:50 Preston | 1 change | |
![]() | 07:30 Sutton Coldfield | 2h20 | 09:50 Preston | 1 change | |
![]() | 08:30 Sutton Coldfield | 2h21 | 10:51 Preston | 1 change | |
![]() | 09:30 Sutton Coldfield | 2h20 | 11:50 Preston | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:30 Sutton Coldfield | 2h20 | 12:50 Preston | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sutton Coldfield to Preston
Take a train from Sutton Coldfield to Preston and enjoy the approximately 146 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 21:35. The fastest train covers the 146 km distance in 1h 52m.
Distance 146 km |
Average train duration 2h 4m |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 1h 52m |
First train 05:25 |
Last train 21:35 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Sutton Coldfield to Preston trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Sutton Coldfield and Preston. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Sutton Coldfield to Preston train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sutton Coldfield to Preston by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Preston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sutton Coldfield and Preston
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 06:00 - 19:00 Friday 07:00 - 20:00 Saturday 08:00 - 20:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
- Car Park: Blake Street
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available in the station entrance area to Platform 2.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Chester Road near to Junction with Green Lanes
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 20:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:00 None
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is situated on Lichfield bound platform
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Station entrance on Station Drive.
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 06:00 - 19:00 Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 08:00 - 20:00 Sunday 09:00 - 17:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located on Platform 2.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: lockers on the Lichfield platform and the stands are in the booking hall
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: In the short stay car park at the front of the station.
- 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24 hours, located adjacent to the station with access from Butler Street.
- Rise
- The Olive Tree Brasserie
- Turtle Bay
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.30
- Holiday Inn Express Preston - South
- Delta Hotels Preston
- Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for long-distance services
- Hall 2: platforms 4-6 for regional and local services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Northern, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express services
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