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Compare coach and train for Preston to Kilwinning
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Kilwinning among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a train costs an average of £91.
Distance: 246 km
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£146 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 42m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 35m Average total duration 6h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to Kilwinning
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Preston to Kilwinning run on average 25 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £91 but you can travel from only £31 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £31
Distance 246 km |
Average train duration 3h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £91 |
Trains per day 25 |
Fastest train 3h 0m |
First train 05:37 |
Last train 19:04 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £31
Train companies: first_transpennine_express, Avanti West Coast from Preston to Kilwinning trainsfirst_transpennine_express, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Preston and Kilwinning from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 0m
Cheapest Price
£177
Avanti West Coast frequency
16 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 13m
Cheapest Price
£90
first_transpennine_express frequency
9 a day
FAQs: Preston to Kilwinning train
FAQs: Travel by train from Preston to Kilwinning easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Preston to Kilwinning.
A day or two is typically sufficient to explore Kilwinning, allowing time to visit key attractions such as the Kilwinning Abbey and local parks.
The train distance from Preston to Kilwinning is 246 km.
The train journey from Preston to Kilwinning covers a distance of 246 km and takes approximately 3h 0m. Trains run 25 per day.
The first train from Preston to Kilwinning leaves at 5:37.
Booking trains from Preston to Kilwinning in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Preston to Kilwinning departs at 19:04.
Trains from Preston to Kilwinning run approximately 25 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Preston to Kilwinning.
The cost of a train ticket from Preston to Kilwinning can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £91, while the average price tends to be around £146.
There is no night train service from Preston to Kilwinning.
The cheapest way to get from Preston to Kilwinning is by coach, costing approximately £31.
To get from Preston to Kilwinning, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
The train station in Preston that goes to Kilwinning is Preston station (PRE), and it arrives at Kilwinning station (KWN).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Preston to Kilwinning.
Yes, you can take the train from Preston to Kilwinning.
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Important Stations and Airports in Preston and Kilwinning
Preston
Kilwinning
The major train station for departures in Preston is Preston. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Preston for your trip from Preston to Kilwinning.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday
Distance to city center
1 km
Number of platforms
6Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24 hours, located adjacent to the station with access from Butler Street.
Dining
- Rise
- The Olive Tree Brasserie
- Turtle Bay
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- £0.30
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Express Preston - South
- Delta Hotels Preston
- Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Enterprise
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for long-distance services
- Hall 2: platforms 4-6 for regional and local services
Public transport options for Preston
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Northern, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express services
The major train station for arrivals in Kilwinning is Kilwinning. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Kilwinning for your journey to Kilwinning from Preston.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingATMAccessibilityWC
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:05 - 23:30 Saturday 06:05 - 23:30 Sunday 08:50 - 23:30
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News kiosk
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This is a Category A station. Level to platforms 2 & 3, steep ramps down to platforms 1 & 4. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 15
- 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: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Kilwinning
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park, accessed via Townhead
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