Train Cumbernauld to Preston from £71 | Tickets & Timetables

Trip Overview

The average train between Cumbernauld and Preston takes 3h 13m and the fastest train takes 2h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Cumbernauld to Preston. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 13m
Duration: 190 mi
Distance: £71
Average price: Every 2 hours
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Cumbernauld to Preston train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Cumbernauld and Preston. The earliest departure is at 6:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cumbernauld is at 10:21 PM which arrives into Preston at 11:55 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, April 29, 2026

4:17 PM → 7:04 PM
2h 47m • 1 change
7:17 PM → 10:36 PM
3h 19m • 1 change
10:21 PM → 3:06 AM
Arrives next day
4h 45m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, April 30, 2026

6:17 AM → 8:57 AM
2h 40m • 1 change
7:15 AM → 9:57 AM
2h 42m • 1 change
8:15 AM → 11:48 AM
3h 33m • 1 change
9:17 AM → 11:58 AM
2h 41m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, May 1, 2026

6:17 AM → 8:57 AM
2h 40m • 1 change
7:15 AM → 9:57 AM
2h 42m • 1 change
8:15 AM → 11:48 AM
3h 33m • 1 change
9:17 AM → 11:58 AM
2h 41m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, May 2, 2026

6:17 AM → 8:57 AM
2h 40m • 1 change
7:15 AM → 9:57 AM
2h 42m • 1 change
8:15 AM → 11:48 AM
3h 33m • 1 change
9:17 AM → 11:57 AM
2h 40m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, May 4, 2026

6:17 AM → 8:57 AM
2h 40m • 1 change
7:15 AM → 9:57 AM
2h 42m • 1 change
8:15 AM → 11:48 AM
3h 33m • 1 change
9:17 AM → 11:58 AM
2h 41m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cumbernauld to Preston? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Cumbernauld to Preston.

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Distance: 189.9 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

What companies run services between Cumbernauld, Scotland and Preston, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Motherwell to Preston every 2 hours. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 2h 6m. Two other operators also service this route.

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