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Preston to South Queensferry trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Preston and South Queensferry takes 3h 14m and the fastest train takes 2h 35m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston to South Queensferry. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 14m
Duration
197 mi
Distance
£79
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Preston to South Queensferry train times

Trains run hourly between Preston and South Queensferry. The earliest departure is at 7:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:05 PM which arrives into South Queensferry at 6:19 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastScotRail2h 35m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    TransPennine ExpressScotRail9h 14m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail2h 56m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail3h 4m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail2h 59m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail2h 42m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail2h 56m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail3h 4m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail2h 59m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail2h 42m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail2h 56m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail3h 4m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail2h 59m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail2h 42m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail2h 56m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail3h 4m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail2h 59m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail2h 42m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 2m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail3h 11m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail2h 59m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail2h 41m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 11m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail2h 43m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 14m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail2h 40m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Preston to South Queensferry? 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.

Map of how to get from Preston to South Queensferry.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 197.1 mi
  • Duration: 3h 14m

What companies run services between Preston, England and South Queensferry, Scotland?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Haymarket every 4 hours. Tickets cost £60–100 and the journey takes 2h 31m. TransPennine Express also services this route every 4 hours.

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