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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Preston to Edinburgh, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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£10.40
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£12.85
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£11.50
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Preston to Edinburgh Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Preston to Edinburgh, starting from £6.50 and averaging £15.00. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 24m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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11:53
2h 26m, Direct
Preston (Lancs)
14:19
Edinburgh (Waverley)
Avanti West Coast
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12:54
2h 43m, Changes required
Preston (Lancs)
15:37
Edinburgh (Waverley)
Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express
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12:59
2h 38m, Direct
Preston (Lancs)
15:37
Edinburgh (Waverley)
TransPennine Express
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13:54
2h 24m, Direct
Preston (Lancs)
16:18
Edinburgh (Waverley)
Avanti West Coast
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14:54
2h 46m, Changes required
Preston (Lancs)
17:40
Edinburgh (Waverley)
Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express
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15:03
2h 37m, Direct
Preston (Lancs)
17:40
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TransPennine Express
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Preston to Edinburgh Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:36
Last train
Last train
22:50
Departure station
Departure station
Preston
Arrival station
Arrival station
Edinburgh
Journey time
Journey time
2h 24m
Distance
Distance
247 km
Price
Price
£6.50*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, Northern, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Preston to Edinburgh

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Preston to Edinburgh during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Preston to Edinburgh, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Preston to Edinburgh ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Preston to Edinburgh more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Preston to Edinburgh train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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