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Trip Overview

The average train between Preston and Kilmarnock takes 3h 45m and the fastest train takes 3h 8m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston to Kilmarnock. 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 45m
Duration
214 mi
Distance
£76
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Preston to Kilmarnock train times

Trains run hourly between Preston and Kilmarnock. The earliest departure is at 3:50 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:42 PM which arrives into Kilmarnock at 7:14 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastScotRail3h 9m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail3h 12m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail3h 27m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail3h 9m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 29m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 48m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 43m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail3h 53m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperScotRail4h 22m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 15m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail3h 35m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail3h 37m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperScotRail4h 25m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 15m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail3h 35m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail3h 37m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperScotRail4h 25m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 15m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail3h 35m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail3h 37m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperScotRail4h 25m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 15m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail3h 35m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail3h 37m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperScotRail4h 25m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 15m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail3h 35m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail3h 37m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Preston to Kilmarnock? 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.

Map of how to get from Preston to Kilmarnock.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 214.2 mi
  • Duration: 3h 45m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Kilmarnock via Glasgow Central in around 3h 34m.

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