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Trains from Fort Matilda (FTM) to Preston (Lancs)

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23

train journeys
per day

173

miles (279 kms)

3hrs 27 mins

fastest journey

05:25 / 23:56

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Fort Matilda (FTM) to Preston (Lancs)

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between Fort Matilda and Preston (Lancs) , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 23 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Fort Matilda to Preston (Lancs) is approximately 173 miles (279 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 16 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Fort Matilda to Preston (Lancs). The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 27 mins.

Journeys from Fort Matilda to Preston (Lancs) Today

  • Mon 13th May
    05:25
    3 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    08:58
    Fort Matilda
    Preston (Lancs)
    Fort Matilda to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    06:18
    3 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    09:57
    Fort Matilda
    Preston (Lancs)
    Fort Matilda to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    07:29
    3 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    10:56
    Fort Matilda
    Preston (Lancs)
    Fort Matilda to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    07:58
    3 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    11:49
    Fort Matilda
    Preston (Lancs)
    Fort Matilda to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    08:15
    3 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    11:58
    Fort Matilda
    Preston (Lancs)
    Fort Matilda to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    09:15
    3 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    12:56
    Fort Matilda
    Preston (Lancs)
    Fort Matilda to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    10:15
    3 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    13:57
    Fort Matilda
    Preston (Lancs)
    Fort Matilda to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    10:45
    3 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    14:16
    Fort Matilda
    Preston (Lancs)
    Fort Matilda to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    11:15
    3 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    14:57
    Fort Matilda
    Preston (Lancs)
    Fort Matilda to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    11:45
    4 hrs 1 min 1 change
    15:46
    Fort Matilda
    Preston (Lancs)
    Fort Matilda to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    12:15
    3 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    15:57
    Fort Matilda
    Preston (Lancs)
    Fort Matilda to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    13:15
    3 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    16:56
    Fort Matilda
    Preston (Lancs)
    Fort Matilda to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    13:45
    4 hrs 1 min 1 change
    17:46
    Fort Matilda
    Preston (Lancs)
    Fort Matilda to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    14:15
    3 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    17:56
    Fort Matilda
    Preston (Lancs)
    Fort Matilda to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    14:45
    3 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    18:16
    Fort Matilda
    Preston (Lancs)
    Fort Matilda to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    15:15
    3 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    19:04
    Fort Matilda
    Preston (Lancs)
    Fort Matilda to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    15:45
    4 hrs 1 min 1 change
    19:46
    Fort Matilda
    Preston (Lancs)
    Fort Matilda to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    16:15
    3 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    19:58
    Fort Matilda
    Preston (Lancs)
    Fort Matilda to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    17:15
    3 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    20:57
    Fort Matilda
    Preston (Lancs)
    Fort Matilda to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    18:45
    3 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    22:37
    Fort Matilda
    Preston (Lancs)
    Fort Matilda to Preston (Lancs)

About Fort Matilda Station

Station name Fort Matilda (FTM)
Address Fort Matilda station, Newark Street, Greenock, Inverclyde, PA16 7TS
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

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 Fort Matilda and Preston (Lancs)

The travel time between Fort Matilda and Preston (Lancs) by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 16 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 27 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Fort Matilda and Preston (Lancs) vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 23 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:25, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:56.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Fort Matilda & Preston (Lancs). owever, there are 23 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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