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Kirkcaldy to Preston train prices and times

Planning a journey from Kirkcaldy to Preston? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AU$31.72, with average prices for this route around AU$31.72. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
17:30 3h 15m, No direct Kirkcaldy	20:45 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
18:13 3h 3m, No direct Kirkcaldy	21:16 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
23:58 12h 3m, No direct Kirkcaldy	12:01 +1 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
23:59 4h 36m, Direct Kirkcaldy	04:35 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Kirkcaldy to Preston train route details

First train

05:57

Last train

23:59

Departure station

Kirkcaldy

Arrival station

Preston

Journey time

2h 56m

Distance

264 km

Price

AU$31.72*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper

How to book cheap train tickets from Kirkcaldy to Preston

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Kirkcaldy to Preston can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

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 travellers. You can discover more about 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 Kirkcaldy 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 Kirkcaldy 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 Kirkcaldy to Preston more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Kirkcaldy to Preston 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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