Plockton to Preston (Lancs) by train
| First train | 05:26 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 16:26 | |
| Departure station | Plockton | |
| Arrival station | Preston (Lancs) | |
| Journey time | From 8h 54m | |
| Distance | 273 miles (439 km) | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper |
Travelling from Plockton to Preston (Lancs) by train
Looking to travel from Plockton to Preston (Lancs) by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 10 hours 18 minutes to travel from Plockton to Preston (Lancs) by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 8 hours 54 minutes though. You'll usually find 0 trains per day running along the 273 miles (439 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Preston (Lancs), as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast, ScotRail or TransPennine Express to get to Preston (Lancs). As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
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