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

The cheapest way to get from Cumbernauld to Preston is to bus via Buchanan Bus Stn which costs £24 - £60 and takes 5h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cumbernauld to Preston is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs £30 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cumbernauld and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Cumbernauld to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Cumbernauld and arriving at Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Cumbernauld and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Greenfaulds and arriving at Preston. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Cumbernauld to Preston?

The distance between Cumbernauld and Preston is 190 miles. The road distance is 185.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cumbernauld to Preston without a car is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs £30 - £55.

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

The train from Greenfaulds to Preston takes 2h 43m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Cumbernauld to Preston bus from?

Cumbernauld to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Cumbernauld to Preston train from?

Cumbernauld to Preston train services, operated by Lumo, depart from Greenfaulds station.

Train or bus from Cumbernauld to Preston?

The best way to get from Cumbernauld to Preston is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs £30 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus via Buchanan Bus Stn, which costs £24 - £60 and takes 5h 12m.

Where does the Cumbernauld to Preston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cumbernauld to Preston train arrive?

Cumbernauld to Preston train services, operated by Lumo, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Cumbernauld to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Cumbernauld to Preston is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Cumbernauld to Preston.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

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Cumbernauld to Preston - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Cumbernauld to Preston by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Greenfaulds to Prestontrain Southbound
2h 43m
£30–55
Bus via Buchanan Bus Stn
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Uk030
5h 12m
£24–56
Drive 184.7 mi
1. Drive from Cumbernauld to Prestoncar 184.7 mi
3h 2m
£46–66
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane GLA - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
6h 15m
£70–209
Train via Motherwell
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2h 57m
£35–102
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 181 / ...
5h 34m
£34–59
Fly to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL)plane GLA - LPL
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain
6h 35m
£71–210

Cumbernauld to Preston by train

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Distance: 189.2 mi
Duration: 2h 43m

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

Lumo operates a train from Greenfaulds to Preston 3 times a day. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 2h 43m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £22–35 and the journey takes 3h 50m. National Express also services this route once daily.

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