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Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Preston (Lancs)

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21

train journeys
per day

153

miles (246 kms)

2hrs 22 mins

fastest journey

06:12 / 00:05

first / last train

15

direct trains

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Preston (Lancs)

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Edinburgh Waverley and Preston (Lancs) , with 15 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 6 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Edinburgh Waverley to Preston (Lancs) is approximately 153 miles (246 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 36 mins.

Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, Caledonian Sleeper, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Edinburgh Waverley and Preston (Lancs).

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Edinburgh Waverley to Preston (Lancs). The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 22 mins.

Journeys from Edinburgh Waverley to Preston (Lancs) Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:12
    2 hrs 36 mins Direct
    08:48
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Preston (Lancs)
    Edinburgh Waverley to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:52
    2 hrs 24 mins Direct
    09:16
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Preston (Lancs)
    Edinburgh Waverley to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:12
    2 hrs 32 mins Direct
    10:44
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Preston (Lancs)
    Edinburgh Waverley to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:52
    2 hrs 22 mins Direct
    11:14
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Preston (Lancs)
    Edinburgh Waverley to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:11
    2 hrs 34 mins Direct
    12:45
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Preston (Lancs)
    Edinburgh Waverley to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:52
    2 hrs 22 mins Direct
    13:14
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Preston (Lancs)
    Edinburgh Waverley to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:59
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    14:41
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Preston (Lancs)
    Edinburgh Waverley to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:12
    2 hrs 34 mins Direct
    14:46
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Preston (Lancs)
    Edinburgh Waverley to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:52
    2 hrs 23 mins Direct
    15:15
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Preston (Lancs)
    Edinburgh Waverley to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:12
    2 hrs 34 mins Direct
    16:46
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Preston (Lancs)
    Edinburgh Waverley to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:52
    2 hrs 25 mins Direct
    17:17
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Preston (Lancs)
    Edinburgh Waverley to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:11
    2 hrs 35 mins Direct
    18:46
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Preston (Lancs)
    Edinburgh Waverley to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:52
    2 hrs 24 mins Direct
    19:16
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Preston (Lancs)
    Edinburgh Waverley to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:12
    2 hrs 33 mins Direct
    20:45
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Preston (Lancs)
    Edinburgh Waverley to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:52
    2 hrs 23 mins Direct
    21:15
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Preston (Lancs)
    Edinburgh Waverley to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:58
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    22:37
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Preston (Lancs)
    Edinburgh Waverley to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:11
    2 hrs 33 mins Direct
    22:44
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Preston (Lancs)
    Edinburgh Waverley to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:58
    5 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    04:35
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Preston (Lancs)
    Edinburgh Waverley to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:59
    7 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    06:55
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Preston (Lancs)
    Edinburgh Waverley to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:13
    8 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    07:58
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Preston (Lancs)
    Edinburgh Waverley to Preston (Lancs)

About Edinburgh Waverley Station

Station name Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Address Edinburgh station, Princes Street, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH1 1BB
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 22:00
Saturday 06:00 - 22:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Preston (Lancs) Station

Station name Preston (Lancs) (PRE)
Address Preston station, Fishergate, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 8AP
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 22:00
Saturday 04:45 - 21:00
Sunday 08:00 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Preston (Lancs)

The travel time between Edinburgh Waverley and Preston (Lancs) by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 36 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 22 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Preston (Lancs) vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 21 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:12, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:05.

First class tickets on trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Preston (Lancs) typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Preston (Lancs) can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 15 direct services per day from Edinburgh Waverley to Preston (Lancs)

Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, Caledonian Sleeper, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Edinburgh Waverley and Preston (Lancs).

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Preston (Lancs), but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.