Preston to Linlithgow by train

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Overview: trains from Preston to Linlithgow

Find the key information for travelling by train from Preston to Linlithgow, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:58 View journey
Last train 21:05 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 39m View journey
Distance (km) 253
Trains / day 31 View all
Cheapest journey CA$63.94 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 9m
Train operators 7

Preston to Linlithgow by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Preston to Linlithgow? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 253 kilometres.

Cost of a train ticket between Preston and Linlithgow

The cheapest ticket price along this route is CA$63.94. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 4 months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Train schedule for travel between Preston and Linlithgow

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 31 trains make this journey of 253 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Preston is at 00:58 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 21:05.

During the weekend, 00:58 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 21:04 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 23 minutes.

Travel time and distance between Preston and Linlithgow

The route’s fastest journey takes 2 hours and 39 minutes, covering a total of 253 kilometres.

How far in advance Preston and Linlithgow tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Preston and Linlithgow are available 4 months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Further insights on trains from Preston to Linlithgow

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Linlithgow city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Preston to Linlithgow

Want to know more about your journey from Preston to Linlithgow? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train journey between Preston and Linlithgow covers 253 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.