Discover Preston to Carstairs by train

Planning a train adventure from Preston to Carstairs? To get started, check out our detailed guide to a seamless, enjoyable journey.

Train travel between Preston and Carstairs: train ticket prices

Cost of train tickets from Preston to Carstairs:

  • Cheapest tickets:

  • Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance:

Tickets go on sale 5 months in advance.

Train schedule for travel between Preston and Carstairs

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 5 trains make this journey of 224 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Preston is at 05:33 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 05:42.

During the weekend, 05:35 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 05:40 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 1 minute.

What are the travel time and distance for trains from Preston to Carstairs?

On this route spanning 224 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 2 hours and 2 minutes.

Booking Preston to Carstairs trains in advance

Booking your Preston to Carstairs tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 5 months before departure.

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Making the most of your Preston to Carstairs 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: Carstairs.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Preston to Carstairs by train?

The train journey between Preston and Carstairs spans 224 kilometres.

How much is a train ticket from Preston to Carstairs?

The cheapest fare on this route is . If you book 30 days in advance, tickets cost about . If booked 7 days in advance, the cost is typically .

How far in advance can I book my Preston to Carstairs train travel?

Tickets for travel along this route go on sale 5 months in advance.

What’s the travel time from Preston to Carstairs by train?

The shortest trip is 2 hours and 2 minutes.