What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Preston is to bus which costs £29 - £100 and takes 5h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Preston?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Preston is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Terminal and arriving at Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Preston. However, there are services departing from Haymarket and arriving at Preston via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Preston?

The distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Preston is 197 miles. The road distance is 184.4 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Preston without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £65 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Preston?

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Preston bus from?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Preston bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Preston train from?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Preston train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Haymarket station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Preston?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Preston is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £100 and takes 5h 52m.

Where does the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Preston bus arrive?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Preston bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Preston train arrive?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Preston train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Preston is 184 miles. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Preston.

How do I get a bus ticket from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Preston?

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Where can I stay near Preston?

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Can I share a ride from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Preston?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Preston. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Preston - 6 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Preston by train, bus, rideshare, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Prestontrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
3h 27m
£66–122
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Air
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Uk030
5h 52m
£30–99
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh-EDI to Prestonrideshare 183.3 mi
3h 19m
Drive 183.3 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Prestoncar 183.3 mi
3h 19m
£45–65
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EDI - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
3h 55m
£57–154
Fly to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)plane EDI - LPL
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain
4h 18m
£65–173

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN) flights

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Distance: 195.4 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Edinburgh Airport (EDI), Scotland and Preston, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Haymarket to Preston every 4 hours. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 2h 16m. TransPennine Express also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terminal to Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h 52m.

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