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Elgin to Preston Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Elgin to Preston? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €30.68, with average prices for this route around €30.68. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
16:20 15h 25m, Changes required Elgin	07:45 +1 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
18:56 11h 59m, Changes required Elgin	06:55 +1 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
19:46 8h 49m, Changes required Elgin	04:35 +1 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
22:16 12h 58m, Changes required Elgin	11:14 +1 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
23:29 12h 29m, Changes required Elgin	11:58 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Elgin to Preston Train Route Details

First train

05:37

Last train

23:29

Departure station

Elgin

Arrival station

Preston

Journey time

6h 42m

Distance

434 km

Price

€30.68*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper

How to book cheap train tickets from Elgin to Preston

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Elgin to Preston can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Elgin to Preston for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Elgin to Preston, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Elgin to Preston train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Elgin to Preston Train prices and times

Elgin to Preston Train Route Details