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

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Preston is to bus which costs £35 - £120 and takes 8h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Preston is to fly and train which takes 3h 54m and costs £85 - £230.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen station to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Union Square Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Preston. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Preston?

The distance between Aberdeen and Preston is 318 miles. The road distance is 300.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Preston without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 5h 29m and costs £100 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Aberdeen to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Preston bus from?

Aberdeen to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Union Square Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Preston train from?

Aberdeen to Preston train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aberdeen station.

Train or bus from Aberdeen to Preston?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Preston is to train via Edinburgh which takes 5h 29m and costs £100 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £120 and takes 8h 15m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Preston bus arrive?

Aberdeen to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Aberdeen to Preston train arrive?

Aberdeen to Preston train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Preston is 300 miles. It takes approximately 5h 10m to drive from Aberdeen to Preston.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Aberdeen to Preston?

Book your Aberdeen to Preston bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Preston?

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Aberdeen to Preston - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Aberdeen to Preston by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Haymarkettrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Prestontrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
5h 29m
£109–220
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk091
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Uk030
8h 15m
£36–116
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Haymarketbus Ember
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Prestontrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
6h 39m
£79–139
Drive 298.4 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Prestoncar 298.4 mi
5h 10m
£73–105
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane ABZ - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
3h 54m
£89–227
Train
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Prestontrain Inverness - London Euston
5h 40m
£100–170
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane ABZ - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Prestontrain
5h 44m
£105–272
Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Inverness Airporttrain
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane INV - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
6h 11m
£129–310

Aberdeen to Preston by train

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Distance: 315.8 mi
Duration: 5h 29m

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

You can take a train from Aberdeen to Preston via Haymarket in around 5h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Square Bus Station to Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station in around 8h 15m.

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