It takes an average of 5h 9m to travel from Wemyss Bay to Preston (Lancs) by train, over a distance of around 170 miles (274 km). There are normally 35 trains per day travelling from Wemyss Bay to Preston (Lancs) and tickets for this journey start from £25 when you book in advance.
First train | 05:27 | |
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Last train | 22:40 | |
Departure station | Wemyss Bay | |
Arrival station | Preston (Lancs) | |
Journey time | From 3h 24m | |
Distance | 170 miles (274 km) | |
Frequency | 35 trains per day | |
Changes | 1 change | |
Price | From £25 | |
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Want to find out more about taking the train from Wemyss Bay to Preston (Lancs)? Look no further.
You'll usually find 35 trains per day running between Wemyss Bay and Preston (Lancs), which usually take 5 hours 9 minutes to complete the 170 miles (274 km) journey. It can take as little as 3 hours 24 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Preston (Lancs) by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. Avanti West Coast, ScotRail or TransPennine Express are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Wemyss Bay to Preston (Lancs) start from £25.00 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
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The average journey time by train between Wemyss Bay and Preston (Lancs) is 5 hours and 9 minutes, with around 35 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Wemyss Bay to Preston (Lancs) is 3 hours and 24 minutes.
Train ticket prices from Wemyss Bay to Preston (Lancs) can start from as little as £25 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
No, there are no direct train services from Wemyss Bay to Preston (Lancs). Travelling from Wemyss Bay to Preston (Lancs) by train will require a minimum of 1 change.
The first train from Wemyss Bay to Preston (Lancs) leaves at 05:27. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Wemyss Bay to Preston (Lancs) leaves at 22:40. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Wemyss Bay to Preston (Lancs) cover a distance of around 170 miles (274 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Preston (Lancs) to Wemyss Bay.
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