Edinburgh to Preston Train
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Edinburgh to Preston by train
The journey from Edinburgh to Preston by train is 152.37 mi and takes 2 hrs 48 mins. There are 20 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:52 and the last at 20:12. It is possible to travel from Edinburgh to Preston by train for as little as £15.74 or as much as £52.93. The best price for this journey is £15.74.
| Lowest Price | £15.74 |
| Journey Duration | 2 hrs 48 mins |
| Connection per Day | ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express 20 |
| Lowest Price | ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express £15.74 |
| Highest Price | ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express £52.93 |
| First Departure | ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express 05:52 |
| Last Departure | ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express 20:12 |
| Distance | ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express 152.37 mi |
| Departure | ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express Edinburgh |
| Arrival | ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express Preston |
| Carriers | ScotRail, Avanti West Coast ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express |
Edinburgh to Preston Train Times
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Best time to book Edinburgh to Preston travel
Virail Pro Tip ✌: Booking 10 days in advance save 10% on average
Best time to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Preston
The cheapest Edinburgh - Preston train tickets can be found for as low as £29.41 if you’re lucky, or £32.14 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £34.64.
Find the best day to travel to Preston by train
When travelling to Preston by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board ScotRail and Avanti West Coast from Edinburgh to Preston
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Edinburgh to Preston CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
17.16kg
Bus
18.39kg
Flight
49.04kg
Car
39.23kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Edinburgh to Preston by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Edinburgh and Preston are 17.16kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Edinburgh and Preston? By taking the train between Edinburgh and Preston you will save 31.88kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.23kg compared to a bus and 22.07kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Edinburgh to Preston?
A train ticket from Edinburgh to Preston is £27.63. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £15.74.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Edinburgh to Preston?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Edinburgh to Preston is £15.74. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Edinburgh and Preston by train?
Edinburgh to Preston is 152.37 mi.
How long does the train between Edinburgh and Preston take?
Edinburgh to Preston is on average 2 hrs 48 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hrs 22 mins.
Which companies operate from Edinburgh to Preston?
The train journey from Edinburgh to Preston is covered by 2 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and TransPennine Express.
How many train connections per day go from Edinburgh to Preston?
Edinburgh to Preston has 20 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Edinburgh to Preston leave?
The earliest train from Edinburgh to Preston departs at 05:52. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Edinburgh to Preston depart?
The latest train from Edinburgh to Preston departs at 20:12. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Edinburgh to Preston in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £15.74 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Edinburgh to Preston?
There are on average 15 direct connection(s) from Edinburgh to go to Preston.
What's the fastest journey time between Edinburgh to Preston by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Edinburgh and Preston is 2 hrs 22 mins.
Is there a direct train from Edinburgh to Preston?
Yes, there is a direct train between Edinburgh and Preston.
What are the CO2 emissions for Edinburgh to Preston by train?
The train journey from Edinburgh to Preston creates 17.16kg of CO2 emissions.