What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Preston bus Station?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Preston bus Station is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Preston bus Station?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Preston bus Station is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs £40 - £110.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Preston bus Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Preston. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Preston bus Station?

The distance between Edinburgh and Preston bus Station is 192 miles. The road distance is 180.5 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Preston bus Station without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Preston bus Station without a car is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs £40 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Preston bus Station?

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Preston takes 2h 23m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Preston bus Station train from?

Edinburgh to Preston bus Station train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Preston bus Station train arrive?

Edinburgh to Preston bus Station train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Preston bus Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Preston bus Station is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Edinburgh to Preston bus Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to Preston bus Station?

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Where can I stay near Preston bus Station?

There are 2283+ hotels available in Preston bus Station.

Edinburgh to Preston bus Station - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Preston bus Station by train, car, or plane

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1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Prestontrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2h 36m
£40–110
Drive 179.4 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Preston bus Stationcar 179.4 mi
3h 20m
£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
5h 55m
£66–174
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
5h 58m
£78–186

Edinburgh to Preston bus Station by train and foot

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Distance: 190.9 mi
Duration: 2h 36m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Preston bus Station, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Preston every 4 hours. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 2h 23m. Two other operators also service this route.

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