The average train between Preston and Paisley takes 2h 52m and the fastest train takes 2h 33m. There is an hourly train service from Preston to Paisley. 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 Paisley. The earliest departure is at 5:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:41 PM which arrives into Paisley at 6:02 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Preston to Paisley. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Paisley station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.
Preston to Paisley train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Paisley train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Glasgow Central station.
Book your Preston to Paisley train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, ScotRail and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Preston and Paisley is 255.3 km. The road distance is 318 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Glasgow Central hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 2h 20m. Two other operators also service this route.