The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston to Dundee
Cheapest price
$75
Average price
$102
Fastest journey
3 h 55 m
Average duration
4 h 24 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
300 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to Dundee is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Dundee will cost around $102 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $75.
Of the 2 trains that leave Preston for Dundee on Sun, Dec 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 300 km distance in an average of 4 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 55 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 4 h 53 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Preston to Dundee
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Dundee among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a train costs an average of €55.
Distance: 186 miles (300 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€92 Average price | €26 Average price Cheapest |
4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 6m Average total duration 5h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Preston to Dundee train times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Dundee trains for tomorrow, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:17 AM Preston | 4h53 | 2:10 PM Dundee | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:56 AM Preston | 3h55 | 2:51 PM Dundee | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Preston to Dundee trains with Omio?
TransPennine Express as well as Avanti West Coast and first_transpennine_express offer trains services from Preston to Dundee. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Preston to Dundee.
Why book with Omio vs TransPennine Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for TransPennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast and first_transpennine_express to find the best option for your trip from Preston to Dundee.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare TransPennine Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Preston to Dundee.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While TransPennine Express tickets can be bought on TransPennine Express's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Avanti West Coast and first_transpennine_express to help you choose the right option for your journey from Preston to Dundee.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Preston to Dundee.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to Dundee
Trains from Preston to Dundee run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $69 (€55) but you can travel from only $18 (€14) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 21:54. The fastest train covers the 186 miles (300 km) distance in 3h 43m.
Distance 186 miles (300 km) |
Average train duration 4h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $69 (€55) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 43m |
First train 00:30 |
Last train 21:54 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, first_transpennine_express from Preston to Dundee trainsTransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Preston and Dundee from $18 (€14). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Avanti West Coast
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FAQs: Trains from Preston to Dundee
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston to Dundee by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dundee, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Preston to Dundee
- 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24 hours, located adjacent to the station with access from Butler Street.
- Rise
- The Olive Tree Brasserie
- Turtle Bay
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.30
- Holiday Inn Express Preston - South
- Delta Hotels Preston
- Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for long-distance services
- Hall 2: platforms 4-6 for regional and local services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Northern, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express services
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 19:30 Saturday 06:25 - 19:30 Sunday 08:30 - 19:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith newsagent. PhotoMe photo booth.
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the platform. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the layby on Riverside Drive, 200 yards from the station entrance
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