What is the cheapest way to get from Kirkcaldy to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Kirkcaldy to Preston is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 3h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kirkcaldy to Preston?

The fastest way to get from Kirkcaldy to Preston is to train via Carlisle which takes 3h 22m and costs £60 - £120.

Is there a direct train between Kirkcaldy and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Kirkcaldy to Preston. However, there are services departing from Kirkcaldy and arriving at Preston via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Kirkcaldy to Preston?

The distance between Kirkcaldy and Preston is 217 miles. The road distance is 206.4 miles.

How do I travel from Kirkcaldy to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from Kirkcaldy to Preston without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 3h 22m and costs £60 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Kirkcaldy to Preston?

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Kirkcaldy to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kirkcaldy to Preston train from?

Kirkcaldy to Preston train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Kirkcaldy station.

Where does the Kirkcaldy to Preston train arrive?

Kirkcaldy to Preston train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Kirkcaldy to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkcaldy to Preston is 206 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Kirkcaldy to Preston.

How do I get a train ticket from Kirkcaldy to Preston?

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Where can I stay near Preston?

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Kirkcaldy to Carlisletrain Aberdeen - London Kings Cross
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
3h 22m
£60–115
Drive 205.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kirkcaldy to Prestoncar 205.2 mi
3h 36m
£50–73
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EDI - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
5h 44m
£73–186
Train
1. Take the train from Kirkcaldy to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Leven - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Prestontrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
3h 58m
£63–140
Fly to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)plane EDI - LPL
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain
6h 21m
£83–205

Kirkcaldy to Preston by train

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Distance: 215.4 mi
Duration: 3h 22m

What companies run services between Kirkcaldy, Scotland and Preston, England?

You can take a train from Kirkcaldy to Preston via Carlisle in around 3h 22m.

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