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

The cheapest way to get from Dalbeattie to Preston is to train and bus which costs £27 - £45 and takes 5h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dalbeattie to Preston is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs £30 - £50.

How far is it from Dalbeattie to Preston?

The distance between Dalbeattie and Preston is 139 miles. The road distance is 134.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dalbeattie to Preston without a car is to bus and train via Carlisle which takes 3h 26m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Dalbeattie to Preston, including transfers.

Can I drive from Dalbeattie to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Dalbeattie to Preston is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Dalbeattie to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2275+ hotels available in Preston.

Dalbeattie to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dalbeattie to Preston by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the bus from Shop to Dumfries stationbus 501
2. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Prestontrain
3h 26m
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain Dumfries - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 181 / ...
5h 35m
£27–44
Drive 133.8 mi
1. Drive from Dalbeattie to Prestoncar 133.8 mi
2h 23m
£34–49
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Pub to Dumfries stationbus 501
2. Take the train from Lockerbie to Prestontrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 42m

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Distance: 138.2 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

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

There is no direct connection from Dalbeattie to Preston. However, you can take the bus to Dumfries station, walk to Dumfries, take the train to Carlisle, then take the train to Preston. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pub to Bus Station via Dumfries station, Dumfries, Carlisle, and Bus Station in around 5h 35m.

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