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Kirkcaldy to Preston Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Kirkcaldy to Preston, starting from OMR 7.910 and averaging OMR 10.710. The entire journey takes no more than 2 hours 56 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
05:57 3 hours 18 minutes, Changes required Kirkcaldy	09:15 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
07:20 3 hours 24 minutes, Changes required Kirkcaldy	10:44 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
08:07 3 hours 7 minutes, Changes required Kirkcaldy	11:14 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
09:25 3 hours 20 minutes, Changes required Kirkcaldy	12:45 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
10:18 2 hours 56 minutes, Changes required Kirkcaldy	13:14 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
11:26 3 hours 20 minutes, Changes required Kirkcaldy	14:46 Paris	Find Tickets

Kirkcaldy to Preston Train Route Details

First train

05:57

Last train

23:50

Departure station

Kirkcaldy

Arrival station

Preston

Journey time

2 hours 56 minutes

Distance

264 km

Price

OMR 7.910*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper

How to book cheap train tickets from Kirkcaldy to Preston

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Kirkcaldy to Preston. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Kirkcaldy 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 is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Kirkcaldy to Preston, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Kirkcaldy to Preston ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

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 Kirkcaldy to Preston more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Kirkcaldy 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 Kirkcaldy to Preston from OMR 7.910

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Kirkcaldy to Preston Train prices and times

Kirkcaldy to Preston Train Route Details