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

The cheapest way to get from Arbroath to Preston is to drive which costs £60 - £90 and takes 4h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arbroath to Preston is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 20m and costs £75 - £140.

Is there a direct train between Arbroath and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Arbroath to Preston. However, there are services departing from Arbroath and arriving at Preston via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Arbroath to Preston?

The distance between Arbroath and Preston is 266 miles. The road distance is 251.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Arbroath to Preston without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 20m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Arbroath to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arbroath to Preston train from?

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

Where does the Arbroath to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Arbroath to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Arbroath to Preston is 252 miles. It takes approximately 4h 26m to drive from Arbroath to Preston.

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2368+ hotels available in Preston.

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Arbroath to Carlisletrain Aberdeen - London Kings Cross
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
4h 20m
£78–139
Drive 250.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Arbroath to Prestoncar 250.3 mi
4h 26m
£61–89
Train to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Arbroath to Aberdeentrain
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane ABZ - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
5h 42m
£104–290
Train
1. Take the train from Arbroath to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Prestontrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
4h 50m
£77–181
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the train from Arbroath to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)plane EDI - LPL
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain
7h 29m
£95–249

Arbroath to Preston by train

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4h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 264.9 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

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

You can take a train from Arbroath to Preston via Carlisle in around 4h 20m.

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