The average train between Preston and Edinburgh takes 2h 31m and the fastest train takes 2h 23m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston to Edinburgh. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Preston and Edinburgh. The earliest departure is at 12:58 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:09 PM which arrives into Edinburgh at 11:44 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston station and arriving at Edinburgh station. Services depart hourly, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 2h 31m.
Preston to Edinburgh train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Edinburgh train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.
Book your Preston to Edinburgh train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express and Caledonian Sleeper.
The distance between Preston and Edinburgh is 245.5 km. The road distance is 306 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 2h 30m. Two other operators also service this route.
