The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston to Livingston
Cheapest price
£53
Average price
£53
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 5 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
243 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to Livingston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Livingston will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.
Of the 1 trains that leave Preston for Livingston 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 243 km distance in an average of 3 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 5 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, train and flight for Preston to Livingston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Livingston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a flight costs an average of £118.
Distance: 243 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£30 Average Price | £141 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 40m Average total duration 5h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 32m Average total duration 6h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Preston to Livingston train times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Livingston trains for tomorrow, Sunday 16 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:56 Preston | 3h05 | 14:01 Livingston | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to Livingston
Trains from Preston to Livingston run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 21:05. The fastest train covers the 243 km distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 243 km |
Average train duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 3h 55m |
First train 05:50 |
Last train 21:05 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Preston to Livingston trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Preston and Livingston from £17. 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 Livingston train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston to Livingston 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 Livingston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Preston and Livingston
- 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
- Car Park: Station car park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramps to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the respective platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 7
- 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: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop at the top of stairs entrance to Platform 1
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. Ramps to both platforms, narrow platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the respective platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 5
- 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: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- 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
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramps to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Help Point on Platform 1 Blue Badge parking bays: 10
- 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: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- 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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