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Trip Overview

The average train between Preston and Falkirk takes 3h 13m and the fastest train takes 3h 2m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston to Falkirk. 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
213 mi
Distance
£86
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Preston to Falkirk train times

Trains run hourly between Preston and Falkirk. The earliest departure is at 7:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:09 PM which arrives into Falkirk at 5:52 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail8h 43m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 4m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail3h 16m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 2m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail3h 11m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 4m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail3h 16m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 2m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail3h 11m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 4m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail3h 16m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 2m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail3h 11m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 4m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail3h 16m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 2m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail3h 11m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 4m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail3h 16m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 2m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail3h 11m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 3m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail3h 16m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 5m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail3h 14m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Preston to Falkirk? 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.

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  • Distance: 213.1 mi
  • Duration: 3h 13m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Haymarket every 4 hours. Tickets cost £60–100 and the journey takes 2h 31m. TransPennine Express also services this route every 4 hours.

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