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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Aviemore is to bus which costs £45 - £140 and takes 7h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Aviemore is to drive which takes 5h 16m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Aviemore?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Aviemore station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Aviemore station via Buchanan Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Aviemore?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston and arriving at Aviemore. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 6h 40m.

How far is it from Preston to Aviemore?

The distance between Preston and Aviemore is 324 miles. The road distance is 303.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Aviemore without a car is to train which takes 6h 15m and costs £70 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from Preston to Aviemore, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Aviemore bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Aviemore train from?

Preston to Aviemore train services, operated by Lumo, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Aviemore?

The best way to get from Preston to Aviemore is to train which takes 6h 15m and costs £70 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £140 and takes 7h 32m.

Where does the Preston to Aviemore bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Aviemore train arrive?

Preston to Aviemore train services, operated by Lumo, arrive at Stirling station.

Can I drive from Preston to Aviemore?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Aviemore is 304 miles. It takes approximately 5h 16m to drive from Preston to Aviemore.

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

Book your Preston to Aviemore train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Aviemore?

There are 501+ hotels available in Aviemore.

Preston to Aviemore - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Preston to Aviemore by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Stirlingtrain
2. Take the train from Stirling to Aviemoretrain Edinburgh - Inverness / ...
6h 15m
£70–153
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Stn to Aviemore stationbus Ember
7h 32m
£45–137
Drive 301.9 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Aviemorecar 301.9 mi
5h 16m
£75–108
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane MAN - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness to Aviemoretrain
6h 52m
£114–272
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Preston to Haymarkettrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Aviemoretrain Edinburgh - Inverness
6h 16m
£117–232
Train #2
1. Take the train from Preston to Aviemoretrain London Euston - Inverness
6h 40m
£100–180

Preston to Aviemore by train

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6h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 321.9 mi
Duration: 6h 15m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Aviemore via Stirling in around 6h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Aviemore station via Buchanan Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Stn in around 7h 32m.

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