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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Aberdeen is to bus which costs £40 - £85 and takes 7h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Aberdeen is to train and fly which takes 4h 15m and costs £90 - £240.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Aberdeen station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Union Square Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Aberdeen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston and arriving at Aberdeen. Services depart once a week, and operate Friday. The journey takes approximately 5h 51m.

How far is it from Preston to Aberdeen?

The distance between Preston and Aberdeen is 318 miles. The road distance is 299.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Aberdeen without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 5h 35m and costs £95 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Preston to Aberdeen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Aberdeen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Aberdeen train from?

Preston to Aberdeen train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Aberdeen?

The best way to get from Preston to Aberdeen is to train via Edinburgh which takes 5h 35m and costs £95 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £85 and takes 7h 31m.

Where does the Preston to Aberdeen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Aberdeen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Aberdeen is 300 miles. It takes approximately 5h 14m to drive from Preston to Aberdeen.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Aberdeen?

There are 653+ hotels available in Aberdeen.

Preston to Aberdeen - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Preston to Aberdeen by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Haymarkettrain Preston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeentrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
5h 35m
£96–185
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus Uk091
7h 31m
£44–84
Drive 298.2 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Aberdeencar 298.2 mi
5h 14m
£74–107
Train to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane MAN - ABZ
4h 15m
£91–232
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Aberdeentrain London Euston - Inverness
5h 51m
£70–100
Train via Stirling
1. Take the train from Preston to Stirlingtrain
2. Take the train from Stirling to Aberdeentrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
6h 10m
£80–138
Train to Liverpool, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane LPL - ABZ
6h 20m
£107–262
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham Internationaltrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane BHX - ABZ
5h 59m
£107–282

Preston to Aberdeen by train

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Distance: 315.8 mi
Duration: 5h 35m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Aberdeen via Haymarket in around 5h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Union Square Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station in around 7h 31m.

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