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North Queensferry to Preston Train prices and times
Looking to travel from North Queensferry to Preston? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as €17.74, with average prices for this route around €24.01.
To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
06:23 North Queensferry | 09:15 Preston (Lancs) |   | Find Tickets |
07:52 North Queensferry | 10:44 Preston (Lancs) |  | Find Tickets |
08:25 North Queensferry | 11:14 Preston (Lancs) | | Find Tickets |
09:37 North Queensferry | 12:45 Preston (Lancs) | | Find Tickets |
09:58 North Queensferry | 13:14 Preston (Lancs) | | Find Tickets |
10:22 North Queensferry | 13:14 Paris |  | Find Tickets |
North Queensferry to Preston Train Route Details
First train
00:02
Last train
23:05
Journey time
2h 49m
Distance
255 km
Price
€17.74*
How to book cheap train tickets from North Queensferry 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 North Queensferry 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 North Queensferry 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 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 North Queensferry 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 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 North Queensferry 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 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.
North Queensferry to Preston train ticket types
Save money on your trip from North Queensferry to Preston with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-peak & Super Off-peak train tickets
Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
Valid for both an outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.