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

The cheapest way to get from Paisley to Preston is to bus which costs £22 - £100 and takes 5h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paisley to Preston is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs £60 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Paisley and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Paisley 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 12m.

Is there a direct train between Paisley and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Paisley to Preston. However, there are services departing from Paisley Gilmour Street and arriving at Preston via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Paisley to Preston?

The distance between Paisley and Preston is 199 miles. The road distance is 189.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paisley to Preston without a car is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Paisley to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paisley to Preston bus from?

Paisley to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Paisley to Preston train from?

Paisley to Preston train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Paisley to Preston?

The best way to get from Paisley to Preston is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £100 and takes 5h 12m.

Where does the Paisley to Preston bus arrive?

Paisley to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Paisley to Preston train arrive?

Paisley to Preston train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Paisley to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Paisley to Preston is 190 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Paisley to Preston.

How do I get a train ticket from Paisley to Preston?

Book your Paisley to Preston train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Paisley to Preston?

Book your Paisley to Preston bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2320+ hotels available in Preston.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2h 55m
£63–125
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Uk030
5h 12m
£23–99
Drive 188.7 mi
1. Drive from Paisley to Prestoncar 188.7 mi
3h 13m
£47–67
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
5h 24m
£64–173
Line 26 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Espedair Burn to Bath Streetbus 26
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 181
7h 35m
£39–96
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
5h 50m
£69–184
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Prestontrain
5h 24m
£64–150

Paisley to Preston by train

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Distance: 197.5 mi
Duration: 2h 55m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Glasgow Central to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £65–110 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 4 times a day. Tickets cost £19–35 and the journey takes 3h 50m. National Express also services this route once daily.

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