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

The cheapest way to get from Preston (Station) to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £27 - £110 and takes 5h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston (Station) to Edinburgh is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £60 - £120.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Preston (Station) station to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Preston (Station) to Edinburgh?

The distance between Preston (Station) and Edinburgh is 191 miles. The road distance is 181.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston (Station) to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £60 - £120.

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

The train from Preston to Edinburgh Waverley takes 2h 29m including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Preston (Station) to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Preston (Station) to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Preston (Station) to Edinburgh is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £110 and takes 5h 28m.

Where does the Preston (Station) to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Preston (Station) to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Preston (Station) to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston (Station) to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston (Station) to Edinburgh is 181 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Preston (Station) to Edinburgh.

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

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

Book your Preston (Station) to Edinburgh bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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Preston (Station) to Edinburgh - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2h 29m
£60–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus Uk090
5h 28m
£27–103
Drive 180.3 mi
1. Drive from Preston (Station) to Edinburghcar 180.3 mi
3h 22m
£44–64
Train to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane MAN - EDI
5h 57m
£65–179
Train to Liverpool, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LPL - EDI
5h 40m
£75–189
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham Internationaltrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
4h 55m
£74–165

Preston (Station) to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 190.2 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 2h 29m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Preston (Station) to Princes Street via Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h 28m.

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