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Carstairs to Preston (Lancs) Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Carstairs to Preston (Lancs)? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as 7,750 BHD, with average prices for this route around 7,750 BHD. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
05:49 3 год 58 хв, Changes required Carstairs	09:47 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
07:44 3 год 12 хв, Changes required Carstairs	10:56 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
07:47 5 год 9 хв, Changes required Carstairs	12:56 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
08:11 3 год 38 хв, Changes required Carstairs	11:49 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
10:48 3 год 28 хв, Changes required Carstairs	14:16 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
12:35 4 год 22 хв, Changes required Carstairs	16:57 Paris	Find Tickets

Carstairs to Preston (Lancs) Train Route Details

First train

05:49

Last train

20:32

Departure station

Carstairs

Arrival station

Preston (Lancs)

Journey time

3 год 12 хв

Distance

224 km

Price

7,750 BHD*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Carstairs to Preston (Lancs)

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Carstairs to Preston (Lancs). These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Carstairs to Preston (Lancs) for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Carstairs to Preston (Lancs), you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Carstairs to Preston (Lancs) ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Carstairs to Preston (Lancs) more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Carstairs to Preston (Lancs) train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Carstairs to Preston (Lancs) Train prices and times

Carstairs to Preston (Lancs) Train Route Details