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Preston to Elgin trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Preston and Elgin takes 8h 45m and the fastest train takes 6h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Preston to Elgin. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

8h 45m
Duration
386 mi
Distance
£179
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train via Aberdeen

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  1. Take the train from Preston to Haymarkettrain train
  2. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeentrain train
  3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgintrain train
7h 54m
£131–284

Preston to Elgin train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Preston and Elgin. The earliest departure is at 7:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:05 PM which arrives into Elgin at 9:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Haymarket and take an average of 8h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 385.7 mi
  • Duration: 8h 45m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Elgin via Haymarket and Aberdeen in around 7h 54m.

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