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

The cheapest way to get from Aviemore to Preston is to bus which costs £30 - £120 and takes 7h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aviemore to Preston is to drive which takes 5h 16m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Aviemore and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Aviemore station to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Aviemore station and arriving at Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Aviemore and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Aviemore and arriving at Preston. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 6h 39m.

How far is it from Aviemore to Preston?

The distance between Aviemore and Preston is 341 miles. The road distance is 303.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aviemore to Preston without a car is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs £110 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Aviemore to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aviemore to Preston bus from?

Aviemore to Preston bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Aviemore station.

Where do I catch the Aviemore to Preston train from?

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

Train or bus from Aviemore to Preston?

The best way to get from Aviemore to Preston is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs £110 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £120 and takes 7h 43m.

Where does the Aviemore to Preston bus arrive?

Aviemore to Preston bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Buchanan Bus Stn station.

Where does the Aviemore to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aviemore to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Aviemore to Preston is 304 miles. It takes approximately 5h 16m to drive from Aviemore to Preston.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

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Aviemore to Preston - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Aviemore to Preston by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aviemore to Haymarkettrain Inverness - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Prestontrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
5h 42m
£117–234
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aviemore station to Buchanan Bus Stnbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Uk030
7h 43m
£33–113
Drive 301.8 mi
1. Drive from Aviemore to Prestoncar 301.8 mi
5h 16m
£75–108
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Aviemore to Invernesstrain
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane INV - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
6h 4m
£115–272
Train via Stirling
1. Take the train from Aviemore to Stirlingtrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Stirling to Prestontrain Southbound
6h 26m
£72–152
Train #2
1. Take the train from Aviemore to Prestontrain Inverness - London Euston
6h 39m
£100–180

Aviemore to Preston by train

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Distance: 338.9 mi
Duration: 5h 42m

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

You can take a train from Aviemore to Preston via Haymarket in around 5h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aviemore station to Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station in around 7h 43m.

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