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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Carnoustie is to bus which costs £30 - £110 and takes 6h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Carnoustie is to drive which takes 4h 25m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Carnoustie?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Carnoustie. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Queen Street via Buchanan Bus Station and High Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Carnoustie?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Carnoustie. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Dundee via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Preston to Carnoustie?

The distance between Preston and Carnoustie is 262 miles. The road distance is 245.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Carnoustie without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 5h 8m and costs £65 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Preston to Carnoustie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Carnoustie bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Carnoustie train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Carnoustie?

The best way to get from Preston to Carnoustie is to train via Edinburgh which takes 5h 8m and costs £65 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £110 and takes 6h 44m.

Where does the Preston to Carnoustie bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Carnoustie train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Carnoustie?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Carnoustie is 245 miles. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from Preston to Carnoustie.

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

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Where can I stay near Carnoustie?

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Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dundeetrain Edinburgh - Dundee / ...
5h 8m
£67–159
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
6h 44m
£32–106
Drive 243.7 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Carnoustiecar 243.7 mi
4h 25m
£61–88
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane MAN - ABZ
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Carnoustietrain
6h 4m
£103–278
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Dundeetrain London Euston - Inverness
5h 27m
£67–94

Preston to Carnoustie by train, foot, and bus

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5h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 260 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Queen Street via Edinburgh Waverley, Dundee, and High Street in around 5h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Queen Street via Buchanan Bus Station, Overgate, and High Street in around 6h 44m.

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