Kilmarnock to Preston by train
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Overview: trains from Kilmarnock to Preston
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Going from Kilmarnock to Preston by train
About to set off from Kilmarnock to Preston by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.
Train cost from Kilmarnock to Preston
Ready to book tickets from Kilmarnock to Preston? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:
The cheapest tickets between Kilmarnock and Preston typically run AU$94.17.
If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .
If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .
You can book travel between these two destinations 5 and a half months in advance.
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Train times for travel between Kilmarnock and Preston
If you are taking the train from Kilmarnock to Preston, you will have 41 trains each day (with a departure every 26 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 05:22. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 22:57. On weekends, the first train departs at 05:22, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 22:53.
How long does the train from Kilmarnock to Preston take?
The shortest journey time on this route is 2 hours and 58 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 236 kilometres.
When do tickets between Kilmarnock and Preston go on sale?
Travellers can book train journeys between Kilmarnock and Preston 5 and a half months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.
Making the most of your Kilmarnock to Preston travels
To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Preston.
FAQs about the train journey from Kilmarnock to Preston
Want to know more about your journey from Kilmarnock to Preston? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The total distance between Kilmarnock and Preston by train is 236 kilometres.
The minimum fare on this route is AU$94.17. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . If booked 7 days before departure, the cost is approximately .
Tickets for this route go on sale 5 and a half months in advance of the departure date.
The fastest journey takes 2 hours and 58 minutes.
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