How much does a train ticket cost from Edinburgh to Preston?

The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Preston start from £18. The average price for this train route is around £59. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to Preston?

The average train journey time from Edinburgh to Preston is 2h 32m, covering a distance of 153 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 22m and is operated by Avanti West Coast .

Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Preston route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 7 trains available per day, including services from Transpennine Express , Avanti West Coast .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Edinburgh to Preston?

The earliest train from Edinburgh to Preston departs at 08:11. And the latest train departs at 20:14.

Which is the best train operator from Edinburgh to Preston?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast , with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Preston?

According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the most punctual service from Edinburgh to Preston?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Transpennine Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Edinburgh to Preston?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transpennine Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Train Edinburgh to Preston from £15

Next train departures

Next departures from Edinburgh to Preston on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:14	Waverley	2h 32m	22:46	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Cheapest
Train	10:51	Waverley	2h 23m	13:14	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Fastest
Train	10:13	Waverley	2h 32m	12:45	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	10:51	Waverley	2h 23m	13:14	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	10:13	Waverley	2h 32m	12:45	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Preston on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:52	Waverley	2h 22m	11:14	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Cheapest
Train	08:52	Waverley	2h 22m	11:14	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Fastest
Train	08:12	Waverley	2h 32m	10:44	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	10:52	Waverley	2h 22m	13:14	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	08:12	Waverley	2h 32m	10:44	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Edinburgh to Preston

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Preston. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

3h 40mAverage duration

153 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£13 - £57	Average duration6h 41m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£18 - £196	Average duration2h 32m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£19 - £21	Average duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Edinburgh and Preston?

Edinburgh

A
Waverley
Boots Waverley Station, Scotland, Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH2 2QP, UK
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B
Haymarket
Rosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
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C
Edinburgh Park
Edinburgh Park, Edinburgh EH12 9FX, UK
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D
Gateway
Edinburgh Gateway, Edinburgh EH12 9GF, UK
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E
Bus Station
13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
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Preston

A
Preston (Lancs), Rail Station
Preston, Fishergate, Preston PR1 8AP, UK
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Train Companies

Transpennine Express

3.5/521 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi5

Avanti West Coast

4/542 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi2.2

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Preston by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Edinburgh to Preston?
The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Preston start from £18. The average price for this train route is around £59. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to Preston?
The average train journey time from Edinburgh to Preston is 2h 32m, covering a distance of 153 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 22m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Preston route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 7 trains available per day, including services from Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Edinburgh to Preston?
The earliest train from Edinburgh to Preston departs at 08:11. And the latest train departs at 20:14.
Which is the best train operator from Edinburgh to Preston?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Preston?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Edinburgh to Preston?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Transpennine Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Edinburgh to Preston?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transpennine Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

28/11

£20

29/11

£56

Today

£20

01/12

£15

02/12

£26

03/12

No data

04/12

£20

05/12

£20

The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Preston was searched and found on 1 Dec 2025 with a price of £15

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Edinburgh to Preston as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £15 to £187 for a train ticket from Edinburgh to Preston based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £15, which is on 2025-12-01.