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W8521021:052h36Preston station (PRE)23:41Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£221One-way0 changes- W85160+
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+
L878385:364h09Preston station (PRE)9:45Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£251One-way2 changes 
W342137:542h25Preston station (PRE)10:19Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£261One-way0 changes- W3429119:552h26Preston station (PRE)22:21Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£261One-way0 changes
- W3428917:532h31Preston station (PRE)20:24Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£301One-way0 changes
- W3428613:542h24Preston station (PRE)16:18Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£461One-way0 changes
- W342137:542h25Preston station (PRE)10:19Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£261One-way0 changes
- W3394111:532h26Preston station (PRE)14:19Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£461One-way0 changes
- W341449:542h26Preston station (PRE)12:20Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£411One-way0 changes
- W3429119:552h26Preston station (PRE)22:21Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£261One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Preston to Edinburgh
The cheapest option from Preston to Edinburgh is train, with an average price of £23. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Preston to Edinburgh among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.
Distance: 245 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£39 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest option | £148 Average Price |
3h 44m Average total duration Fastest option 3h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 17m Average total duration 4h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 35m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Preston to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Edinburgh trains for today, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W85164 | On time 7:04 Preston station (PRE) | 2h37 | 9:41 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34213 | On time 7:54 Preston station (PRE) | 2h25 | 10:19 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W85168 | On time 9:03 Preston station (PRE) | 2h34 | 11:37 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34144 | On time 9:54 Preston station (PRE) | 2h26 | 12:20 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W85177 | On time 10:59 Preston station (PRE) | 2h33 | 13:32 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33941 | On time 11:53 Preston station (PRE) | 2h26 | 14:19 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W85182 | On time 12:59 Preston station (PRE) | 2h37 | 15:36 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34286 | On time 13:54 Preston station (PRE) | 2h24 | 16:18 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C01372+W85191 | On time 14:54 Preston station (PRE) | 2h46 | 17:40 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| W85191 | On time 15:03 Preston station (PRE) | 2h37 | 17:40 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34290 | On time 15:53 Preston station (PRE) | 2h27 | 18:20 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W85201 | On time 17:04 Preston station (PRE) | 2h36 | 19:40 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to Edinburgh
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Typically, there are 6 trains per day from Preston to Edinburgh, including 5 direct trains, taking around 3h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 245 km distance in 2h 24m.
Distance 245 km |
Average train duration 3h 14m |
Lowest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 24m |
First train 4:30 |
Last train 22:30 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express from Preston to Edinburgh trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Preston and Edinburgh from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Preston to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Preston and Edinburgh
Most Preston to Edinburgh trains use the Preston to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Preston and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Preston station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Preston from Preston city centre
Preston is 1 km from Preston city centre. Public transport options include:
Preston train station facilities and services
Preston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rise, The Olive Tree Brasserie, Turtle Bay
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Preston. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Preston. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Preston: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Preston: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Preston: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Preston - South, Delta Hotels Preston, Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are 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, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: 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 all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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.
Getting to Edinburgh Gateway from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Gateway is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Gateway train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Gateway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh Gateway. Information desks are 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: Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Gateway: 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: 4, 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: Yes.
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