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Preston to Stirling train route details

First train
05:36

Last train
21:43

Journey time
3h 13m

Distance
171 miles

Price
€11.66*
What are the next train times from Preston to Stirling?
Discover all upcoming Preston to Stirling services running today, including departure and arrival times, direct or connecting options, journey duration, and the operator running your route — everything you need to catch the train with confidence
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
14:41 Preston (Lancs) | 18:09 Stirling | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
15:03 Preston (Lancs) | 18:18 Stirling | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
15:41 Preston (Lancs) | 19:07 Stirling | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
15:53 Preston (Lancs) | 19:24 Stirling | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
15:53 Preston (Lancs) | 19:30 Stirling | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
16:04 Preston (Lancs) | 19:52 Paris | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
Explore the cheapest prices to Stirling from Preston this week
Fares from Preston to Stirling usually average around €11.66, but you can often save more by choosing options like Off-Peak or Advance tickets. Take a look below to find the best deal for your journey!
*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.
How to book cheap train tickets from Preston to Stirling

Split Tickets discount
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Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
Save money on your journeys by choosing from a variety of Railcards, most of which give you 1/3 off standard fares. Options include the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, plus the 16-17 Saver which offers 50% off. You can buy and store them digitally in your Trip.com app, so big savings are always just a tap away.

Book in advance
Booking Advance tickets at least 1 week before departure can reduce your fare by up to 61% on routes from Preston to Stirling. Advance fares are usually released 12 weeks prior to travel and exclude Anytime fares, with savings depending on route availability.

Group travel deals
If you are travelling in a group of 3 to 9 people, you can take advantage of group discounts (offered by most train companies) for up to 1/3 off standard fares. This can make travelling from Preston to Stirling more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?

Advance train tickets
Typically available up to 12 weeks before departure, they offer the most economical option for those looking to save on travel

Anytime tickets
With no time restrictions, Anytime tickets allow travel throughout the entire day. They're a great option if you require maximum flexibility or aren't sure exactly when you'll be travelling.

Flexi Season tickets
Flexi Season tickets suit travellers who commute a few days a week, offering 8 days of unlimited travel in a 28-day period—which often works out cheaper than buying tickets on an individual daily basis

Return train tickets
Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.











