The average train between Preston and Nairn takes 9h 22m and the fastest train takes 6h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Preston to Nairn. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 5 times a day between Preston and Nairn. The earliest departure is at 7:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:05 PM which arrives into Nairn at 12:57 PM. All services require a transfer at Haymarket and take an average of 9h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Preston to Nairn? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Preston to Nairn. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Nairn station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 22m.
Preston to Nairn train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Nairn train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Inverness station.
Book your Preston to Nairn train tickets online with TransPennine Express, ScotRail and 2 other operators.
The distance between Preston and Nairn is 431.2 km. The road distance is 624 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Nairn via Haymarket and Inverness in around 8h 1m.