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Trip Overview

The train between Forres and Preston takes 7h 20m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Forres 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.

7h 20m
Duration
400 mi
Distance
£162
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Forres to Preston train times

Trains run 6 times a week between Forres and Preston. The service departs Forres at 5:24 AM in the morning, which arrives into Preston at 12:44:30. All services require a transfer, and take on average 7h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    ScotRailTransPennine Express7h 20m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    ScotRailTransPennine Express7h 20m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    ScotRailTransPennine Express7h 20m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    ScotRailTransPennine Express7h 20m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    ScotRailTransPennine Express7h 20m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    ScotRailTransPennine Express7h 21m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Forres 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 Forres to Preston.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 400.3 mi
  • Duration: 7h 20m

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

You can take a train from Forres to Preston via Edinburgh Waverley in around 7h 21m.

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