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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Dumfries to Preston
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
1 h 59 m
Average duration
2 h 7 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
156 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dumfries to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dumfries to Preston will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 2 trains that leave Dumfries for Preston every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 156 km distance in an average of 2 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 59 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 14 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Live departures
Dumfries to Preston train times
The table below shows live departures for Dumfries to Preston trains for tomorrow, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:01 Dumfries | 2h14 | 10:15 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:58 Dumfries | 1h59 | 14:57 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dumfries to Preston
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Trains from Dumfries to Preston run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:27, the last at 21:43. The fastest train covers the 156 km distance in 1h 57m.
Distance 156 km |
Average train duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 57m |
First train 04:27 |
Last train 21:43 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, ScotRail from Dumfries to Preston trainsAvanti West Coast, ScotRail trains will get you between Dumfries and Preston from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Dumfries to Preston train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dumfries to Preston by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Preston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Dumfries and Preston
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:35 - 19:30 Saturday 06:35 - 19:30 Sunday 10:30 - 19:55
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to both platforms and connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 4
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2; these toilet facilities are available from 06:30-19:30. The Gents toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilet facilities are available from 06:30-19:30. Radar - National Key Scheme toilets are located on Platform 1; available 24 hours a day.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Part of station buildings - one on each platform
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park
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TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Carts
- 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24 hours, located adjacent to the station with access from Butler Street.
- Rise
- The Olive Tree Brasserie
- Turtle Bay
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.30
- Holiday Inn Express Preston - South
- Delta Hotels Preston
- Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for long-distance services
- Hall 2: platforms 4-6 for regional and local services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Northern, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express services
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