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Irvine to Preston train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Irvine to Preston, starting from AU$31.67 and averaging AU$31.67. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 14m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
06:21 3h 26m, No direct Irvine	09:47 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
06:53 3h 22m, No direct Irvine	10:15 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
07:42 3h 14m, No direct Irvine	10:56 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
08:11 3h 38m, No direct Irvine	11:49 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
08:23 3h 35m, No direct Irvine	11:58 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
09:23 3h 33m, No direct Irvine	12:56 Paris	Find Tickets

Irvine to Preston train route details

First train

06:21

Last train

23:23

Departure station

Irvine

Arrival station

Preston

Journey time

3h 14m

Distance

242 km

Price

AU$31.67*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Irvine to Preston

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Irvine to Preston 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.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

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 Irvine to Preston, 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%

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 Irvine to Preston ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Irvine to Preston more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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Irvine to Preston train prices and times

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