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Trains from Greenock Central (GKC) to Preston (Lancs)

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23

train journeys
per day

171

miles (276 kms)

3hrs 22 mins

fastest journey

05:30 / 23:56

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Greenock Central (GKC) to Preston (Lancs)

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between Greenock Central 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 Greenock Central to Preston (Lancs) is approximately 171 miles (276 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 11 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Greenock Central to Preston (Lancs). The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 22 mins.

Journeys from Greenock Central to Preston (Lancs) Today

  • Mon 13th May
    05:30
    3 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    08:58
    Greenock Central
    Preston (Lancs)
    Greenock Central to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    06:23
    3 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    09:57
    Greenock Central
    Preston (Lancs)
    Greenock Central to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    07:34
    3 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    10:56
    Greenock Central
    Preston (Lancs)
    Greenock Central to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    08:03
    3 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    11:49
    Greenock Central
    Preston (Lancs)
    Greenock Central to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    08:20
    3 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    11:58
    Greenock Central
    Preston (Lancs)
    Greenock Central to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    09:20
    3 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    12:56
    Greenock Central
    Preston (Lancs)
    Greenock Central to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    10:20
    3 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    13:57
    Greenock Central
    Preston (Lancs)
    Greenock Central to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    10:50
    3 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    14:16
    Greenock Central
    Preston (Lancs)
    Greenock Central to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    11:20
    3 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    14:57
    Greenock Central
    Preston (Lancs)
    Greenock Central to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    11:50
    3 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    15:46
    Greenock Central
    Preston (Lancs)
    Greenock Central to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    12:20
    3 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    15:57
    Greenock Central
    Preston (Lancs)
    Greenock Central to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    13:20
    3 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    16:56
    Greenock Central
    Preston (Lancs)
    Greenock Central to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    13:50
    3 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    17:46
    Greenock Central
    Preston (Lancs)
    Greenock Central to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    14:20
    3 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    17:56
    Greenock Central
    Preston (Lancs)
    Greenock Central to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    14:50
    3 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    18:16
    Greenock Central
    Preston (Lancs)
    Greenock Central to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    15:20
    3 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    19:04
    Greenock Central
    Preston (Lancs)
    Greenock Central to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    15:50
    3 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    19:46
    Greenock Central
    Preston (Lancs)
    Greenock Central to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    16:20
    3 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    19:58
    Greenock Central
    Preston (Lancs)
    Greenock Central to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    17:20
    3 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    20:57
    Greenock Central
    Preston (Lancs)
    Greenock Central to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    18:50
    3 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    22:37
    Greenock Central
    Preston (Lancs)
    Greenock Central to Preston (Lancs)

About Greenock Central Station

Station name Greenock Central (GKC)
Address Greenock Central station, Station Avenue, Greenock, Inverclyde, PA15 1DH
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:20 - 20:34
Saturday 07:20 - 20:34
Sunday 09:20 - 17:30
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 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 Greenock Central and Preston (Lancs)

The travel time between Greenock Central and Preston (Lancs) by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 11 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 22 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Greenock Central 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 05:30, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:56.

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Amenities on trains between Greenock Central 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 Greenock Central & 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 Greenock Central and Preston (Lancs).

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