Trains from Glenrothes With Thornton to Preston (Lancs)
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Glenrothes With Thornton to Preston (Lancs) by train
| First train | 05:58 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:25 | |
| Departure station | Glenrothes With Thornton | |
| Arrival station | Preston (Lancs) | |
| Journey time | From 3h 36m | |
| Distance | 167 miles (269 km) | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo |
Taking the train from Glenrothes With Thornton to Preston (Lancs) in 3 hours 36 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Glenrothes With Thornton to Preston (Lancs)? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 23 minutes to travel the 167 miles (269 km) from Glenrothes With Thornton to Preston (Lancs) by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 36 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 0 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Lumo to Preston (Lancs). As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
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If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Preston (Lancs) by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
Journey details
Want to know more about your journey from Glenrothes With Thornton to Preston (Lancs)? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
What's the fastest journey time between Glenrothes With Thornton and Preston (Lancs) by train?
The fastest journey time by train from Glenrothes With Thornton to Preston (Lancs) is 3 hours and 36 minutes.
Is there a direct train from Glenrothes With Thornton to Preston (Lancs)?
No, there are no direct train services from Glenrothes With Thornton to Preston (Lancs). Travelling from Glenrothes With Thornton to Preston (Lancs) by train will require a minimum of 1 change.
What time does the first train from Glenrothes With Thornton to Preston (Lancs) leave?
The first train from Glenrothes With Thornton to Preston (Lancs) leaves at 05:58. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
What time does the last train from Glenrothes With Thornton to Preston (Lancs) leave?
The last train from Glenrothes With Thornton to Preston (Lancs) leaves at 22:25. 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.
What's the distance between Glenrothes With Thornton and Preston (Lancs) by train?
Trains travelling from Glenrothes With Thornton to Preston (Lancs) cover a distance of around 167 miles (269 km) during the journey.
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