The average train between Preston and Plockton takes 15h 33m and the fastest train takes 9h 18m. The train service runs several times per day from Preston to Plockton. 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 twice daily between Preston and Plockton. The earliest departure is at 10:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:09 PM which arrives into Plockton at 3:59 PM. All services require a transfer at Haymarket and take an average of 15h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Preston to Plockton? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Preston to Plockton. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Plockton station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 33m.
Preston to Plockton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Plockton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Duncraig station.
Book your Preston to Plockton train tickets online with TransPennine Express, ScotRail and 2 other operators.
The distance between Preston and Plockton is 438.8 km. The road distance is 716 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Duncraig via Haymarket and Inverness in around 10h 24m.