How much is a train ticket from Preston to Livingston?

The cheapest fare on this route is €58.82. If you book 30 days in advance, tickets cost about . If booked 7 days in advance, the cost is typically .

When can I buy tickets for trains running from Preston to Livingston?

Tickets for travel between Preston to Livingston are available 5 months before departure.

How long does it take to get from Preston to Livingston?

The fastest journey on this route takes 2 hours and 38 minutes.

Preston to Livingston by train

Q: How far is it from Preston to Livingston by train?

The train journey between Preston and Livingston spans 245 kilometres.

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Overview: trains from Preston to Livingston

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First train 05:40 View journey

Last train 22:03 View journey

Avg changes 1

Fastest journey 2hr 38m View journey

Distance (km) 245

Trains / day 35 View all

Cheapest journey €58.82 View journey

Avg journey time 3hr 25m

Train operators 6

Going from Preston to Livingston by train

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Train cost from Preston to Livingston

Ready to book tickets from Preston to Livingston? 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 Preston and Livingston typically run €58.82.
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 months in advance.

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Preston to Livingston train times

Prepare for your journey with the following departure details. The earliest train running Monday through Friday from Preston to Livingston is at 05:40 and the last is at 22:03. The first train scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays is at 07:53 and the last one is at 21:42. You can expect 35 trains making this journey each day, with trains departing every 12 minutes.

Average train travel time and distance from Preston to Livingston

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 2 hours and 38 minutes, spanning 245 kilometres in total.

Booking horizon for travel between Preston and Livingston

Tickets for travel between Preston and Livingston can be booked 5 months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out as possible.

Making the most of your trip to Livingston

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Livingston.

FAQs about the train journey from Preston to Livingston

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