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Carstairs to Preston Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Carstairs to Preston? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as BHD 7.730, with average prices for this route around BHD 7.730. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
05:49 3 hours 58 minutes, Changes required Carstairs	09:47 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
07:44 3 hours 12 minutes, Changes required Carstairs	10:56 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
07:47 5 hours 9 minutes, Changes required Carstairs	12:56 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
08:11 3 hours 38 minutes, Changes required Carstairs	11:49 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
10:48 3 hours 28 minutes, Changes required Carstairs	14:16 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
12:35 4 hours 22 minutes, Changes required Carstairs	16:57 Paris	Find Tickets

Carstairs to Preston Train Route Details

First train

05:49

Last train

20:32

Departure station

Carstairs

Arrival station

Preston

Journey time

3 hours 12 minutes

Distance

224 km

Price

BHD 7.730*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Carstairs to Preston

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Carstairs to Preston during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Carstairs to Preston for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Carstairs to Preston, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Carstairs to Preston more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Carstairs to Preston train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Trains from Carstairs to Preston from BHD 7.730

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Carstairs to Preston Train prices and times

Carstairs to Preston Train Route Details