Stirling to Preston train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Stirling to Preston by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Stirling to Preston take around 3 hours and 4 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 274 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Stirling is scheduled to depart at around  05:26. The last departure is usually at around 19:09 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Stirling at around 05:30, with the last train leaving at around 23:10. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 70 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 10 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$35.50.

We think any time is a great time to visit Preston, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Preston.

Is there a direct train from Stirling to Preston?

The journey between Stirling and Preston usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Stirling to Preston every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Stirling to Preston?

The Stirling to Preston train travel takes about 3 hours and 4 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Stirling to Preston train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Preston leaving Stirling at around 05:26 and the last train leaving at around 19:09 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Stirling at around 05:30, with the final departure at 23:10.