What is the cheapest way to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Preston is to bus which costs £22 - £95 and takes 5h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Preston?

The fastest way to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Preston is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £60 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow Airport (GLA) and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Terminal Building and arriving at Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow Airport (GLA) and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Preston. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Preston via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Preston?

The distance between Glasgow Airport (GLA) and Preston is 200 miles. The road distance is 190.1 miles.

How do I travel from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Preston without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £60 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Preston?

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Preston bus from?

Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Preston train from?

Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Preston train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Preston?

The best way to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Preston is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £95 and takes 5h 14m.

Where does the Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Preston bus arrive?

Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Preston is 190 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Preston.

How do I get a bus ticket from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Preston?

Book your Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Preston bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2369+ hotels available in Preston.

Can I share a ride from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Preston?

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

Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Preston - 8 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 8 ways to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Preston by train, bus, rideshare, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2h 56m
£63–124
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Uk030
5h 14m
£22–92
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Glasgow-GLA to Prestonrideshare 189 mi
3h 8m
Drive 189 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Prestoncar 189 mi
3h 8m
£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
4h 15m
£60–153
Bus via Hamilton Central
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 181
5h 45m
£37–93
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
4h 18m
£64–165
Fly to Leeds Bradford International Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane GLA - LBA
2. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to Prestontrain
6h 44m
£65–146

Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN) flights

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Distance: 199 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

What companies run services between Glasgow Airport (GLA), Scotland and Preston, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Glasgow Central to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 2h 22m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £21–35 and the journey takes 3h 50m. National Express also services this route twice daily.

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