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

The cheapest way to get from Glenrothes to Preston is to bus which costs £35 - £110 and takes 6h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glenrothes to Preston is to drive which takes 3h 38m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Glenrothes and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Glenrothes station to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via North Approach Road and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Glenrothes and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Glenrothes to Preston. However, there are services departing from Glenrothes with Thornton and arriving at Preston via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

How far is it from Glenrothes to Preston?

The distance between Glenrothes and Preston is 224 miles. The road distance is 211.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glenrothes to Preston without a car is to train which takes 4h 49m and costs £80 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Glenrothes to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glenrothes to Preston bus from?

Glenrothes to Preston bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glenrothes to Preston train from?

Glenrothes to Preston train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glenrothes with Thornton station.

Train or bus from Glenrothes to Preston?

The best way to get from Glenrothes to Preston is to train which takes 4h 49m and costs £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £110 and takes 6h 50m.

Where does the Glenrothes to Preston bus arrive?

Glenrothes to Preston bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at North Approach Road station.

Where does the Glenrothes to Preston train arrive?

Glenrothes to Preston train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Glenrothes to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Glenrothes to Preston is 211 miles. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Glenrothes to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2371+ hotels available in Preston.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glenrothes with Thornton to Haymarkettrain Leven - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Prestontrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
4h 49m
£80–147
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to North Approach Roadbus X24
2. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X24 / ...
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus
6h 50m
£35–105
Drive 209.9 mi
1. Drive from Glenrothes to Prestoncar 209.9 mi
3h 38m
£51–74
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
6h 4m
£62–173
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Kirkcaldy to Carlisletrain Aberdeen - London Kings Cross
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
5h 8m
£60–120
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
6h 27m
£72–192
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Prestontrain
6h 27m
£66–168

Glenrothes to Preston by bus and train

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Distance: 222.3 mi
Duration: 4h 49m

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

You can take a bus from Auchmuty Road to Preston via Railway Station, Glenrothes with Thornton, and Haymarket in around 4h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station via North Approach Road and Buchanan Bus Station in around 6h 50m.

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