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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Inverkeithing to Preston
Cheapest price
£45
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
3 h 8 m
Average duration
3 h 8 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
256 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Inverkeithing to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverkeithing to Preston will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £45.
Of the 1 trains that leave Inverkeithing for Preston every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 256 km distance in an average of 3 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 8 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Inverkeithing to Preston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Inverkeithing to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 256 km
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£35 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 38m Average total duration 7h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Inverkeithing to Preston train times
The table below shows live departures for Inverkeithing 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:36 Inverkeithing | 3h08 | 09:44 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Inverkeithing to Preston
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Trains from Inverkeithing to Preston run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 19:55. The fastest train covers the 256 km distance in 2h 56m.
Distance 256 km |
Average train duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 56m |
First train 00:30 |
Last train 19:55 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Cross Country, ScotRail from Inverkeithing to Preston trainsAvanti West Coast, Cross Country, ScotRail trains will get you between Inverkeithing and Preston from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Inverkeithing to Preston train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inverkeithing 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 Inverkeithing and Preston
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Shopping
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Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 19:30 Saturday 06:30 - 19:30 Sunday 10:10 - 17:30
- Type of shops available: News kiosk
- Car Park: Station Car Park - three car parks
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 6
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Room and on Platform 2. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: One is part of ticket office on platform 2 which closes with ticket office hours and one on platform 1 which closes slightly later
- 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 at the turning circle Platform 2, Boreland Road bus interchange
Wifi
LockersParkingDining
ATM
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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