The average train between Scotland and Preston takes 2h 30m and the fastest train takes 2h 14m. There is an hourly train service from Scotland to Preston. 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 Scotland and Preston. The earliest departure is at 4:28 AM at night, and the last departure from Scotland is at 11:40 PM which arrives into Preston at 3:06 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Scotland station and arriving at Preston station. Services depart hourly, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 2h 30m.
Scotland to Preston train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.
Scotland to Preston train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Scotland to Preston train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express and Caledonian Sleeper.
The distance between Scotland and Preston is 347.8 km. The road distance is 306 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Glasgow Central to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 2h 22m. Two other operators also service this route.
