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Kirkcaldy to Preston Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Kirkcaldy to Preston? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €17.83, with average prices for this route around €24.13. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
08:47 3h 58m, Changes required Kirkcaldy	12:45 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
09:50 3h 24m, Changes required Kirkcaldy	13:14 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
11:13 3h 32m, Changes required Kirkcaldy	14:45 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
12:06 3h 9m, Changes required Kirkcaldy	15:15 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
13:15 3h 29m, Changes required Kirkcaldy	16:44 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
14:06 3h 8m, Changes required Kirkcaldy	17:14 Paris	Find Tickets

Kirkcaldy to Preston Train Route Details

First train

08:47

Last train

23:07

Departure station

Kirkcaldy

Arrival station

Preston

Journey time

3h 8m

Distance

264 km

Price

€17.83*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Kirkcaldy to Preston

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Kirkcaldy to Preston can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

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 Kirkcaldy 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%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Kirkcaldy to Preston ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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