The average train between Preston and Troon takes 3h 30m and the fastest train takes 3h 13m. There is an hourly train service from Preston to Troon. 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 Troon. The earliest departure is at 3:50 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:42 PM which arrives into Troon at 12:56 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Preston to Troon. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Troon station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.
Preston to Troon train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Troon train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Troon station.
Book your Preston to Troon train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, ScotRail and 2 other operators.
The distance between Preston and Troon is 234.7 km. The road distance is 361 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Troon via Glasgow Central in around 3h 17m.