Scarborough to Preston by train
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Overview: trains from Scarborough to Preston
Find the key information for travelling by train from Scarborough to Preston, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.
Taking the train from Scarborough to Preston
So you’re considering going from Scarborough to Preston by train? To ensure you have the smoothest, most carefree travel, keep this page handy.
Train cost between Scarborough and Preston: point-to-point tickets
Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from AU$85.15, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.
Cost of travel with European train passes
Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.
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Train times for travel between Scarborough and Preston
If you are taking the train from Scarborough to Preston, you will have 39 trains each day (with a departure every 9 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 06:00. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 22:07. On weekends, the first train departs at 06:00, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 21:38.
Average train travel time from Scarborough to Preston
The quickest time by train is 3 hours and 4 minutes, travelling a total distance of 161 kilometres.
Booking time frame: Scarborough to Preston trains
Tickets for travel to Preston along this route are available for purchase 5 months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.
Making the most of your Scarborough 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 Scarborough to Preston
Want to know more about your journey from Scarborough to Preston? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The total journey from Scarborough to Preston is 161 kilometres.
The lowest price on this route is AU$85.15. Tickets booked 30 days in advance cost around , while those booked 7 days in advance are around .
Tickets for this journey become available 5 months before the travel date.
The fastest journey is 3 hours and 4 minutes.
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