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It takes an average of 9h 8m to travel from Dingwall to Preston (Lancs) by train, over a distance of around 273 miles (440 km). There are normally 7 trains per day travelling from Dingwall to Preston (Lancs) and tickets for this journey start from £128.40 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:08 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 19:26 | |
| Departure station | Dingwall | |
| Arrival station | Preston (Lancs) | |
| Journey time | From 7h 6m | |
| Distance | 273 miles (440 km) | |
| Frequency | 7 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £128.40 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail, TransPennine Express |
Taking the train from Dingwall to Preston (Lancs) in 7 hours 6 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Dingwall to Preston (Lancs)? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 9 hours 8 minutes to travel the 273 miles (440 km) from Dingwall to Preston (Lancs) by train, although you can get there in as little as 7 hours 6 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 7 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes 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 ScotRail to Preston (Lancs). As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Dingwall to Preston (Lancs) in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £128.40. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
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.
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As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
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