Preston to Cumbernauld Trains

Preston to Cumbernauld trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Preston and Cumbernauld takes 3h 25m and the fastest train takes 2h 41m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston to Cumbernauld. 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 25m
Duration: 189 mi
Distance: £71
Average price: Hourly
Frequency

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Take the train from Preston to Motherwelltrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...

3h 3m

£38–119

Preston to Cumbernauld train times

Trains run hourly between Preston and Cumbernauld. The earliest departure is at 3:50 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 8:54 PM which arrives into Cumbernauld at 5:59 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, July 29, 2026

12:03 PM → 2:55 PM
2h 52m • 1 change
1:09 PM → 3:50 PM
2h 41m • 1 change
1:13 PM → 3:58 PM
2h 45m • 1 change
2:05 PM → 4:59 PM
2h 54m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, July 30, 2026

3:50 AM → 7:56 AM
4h 6m • 1 change
5:36 AM → 8:58 AM
3h 22m • 1 change
8:01 AM → 10:55 AM
2h 54m • 1 change
8:58 AM → 12:03 PM
3h 5m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, July 31, 2026

3:50 AM → 7:56 AM
4h 6m • 1 change
5:36 AM → 8:58 AM
3h 22m • 1 change
8:01 AM → 10:55 AM
2h 54m • 1 change
8:58 AM → 12:03 PM
3h 5m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, August 1, 2026

3:50 AM → 7:56 AM
4h 6m • 1 change
5:36 AM → 8:59 AM
3h 23m • 1 change
8:01 AM → 10:55 AM
2h 54m • 1 change
8:58 AM → 11:57 AM
2h 58m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Preston to Cumbernauld? 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.

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Motherwell every 3 hours. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 2h 5m. Three other operators also service this route.

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