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.
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.

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No, there is no direct train from Preston to Falkirk. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Haymarket station via Haymarket station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.
Preston to Falkirk train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Falkirk train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Haymarket station.
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The distance between Preston and Falkirk is 258.4 km. The road distance is 302 km.
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.