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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Aviemore is to bus via Meikle Earnock which costs £40 - £70 and takes 8h 29m.

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 £75 - £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 Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 27m.

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 337 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 via Glasgow which takes 6h 36m and costs £85 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 36m 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 Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Aviemore?

The best way to get from Preston to Aviemore is to train via Glasgow which takes 6h 36m and costs £85 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £95 and takes 7h 27m.

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 Avanti West Coast, arrive at Glasgow Central 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?

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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?

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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 via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perthtrain
3. Take the train from Perth to Aviemoretrain
6h 36m
£86–197
Bus via Meikle Earnock
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 181
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Stn to Aviemore Burnside Avenuebus Ember
8h 29m
£41–69
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Stationbus Uk093
7h 27m
£46–94
Drive 301.9 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Aviemorecar 301.9 mi
5h 16m
£75–109
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 32m
£107–264
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Aviemoretrain London Euston - Inverness
6h 40m
£75–110

Preston to Aviemore by train and foot

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6h 36mAverage Duration

£86Cheapest Price

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Distance: 335.3 mi
Duration: 6h 36m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Aviemore via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, and Perth in around 6h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Station via Buchanan Bus Station in around 7h 27m.

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