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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is to bus which costs £28 - £100 and takes 4h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £65 - £120.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Edinburgh Airport (EDI). However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Terminal via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Edinburgh Airport (EDI). However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Haymarket via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Preston to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

The distance between Preston and Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is 197 miles. The road distance is 186.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) without a car is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Preston to Edinburgh Airport (EDI), including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Preston to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

The best way to get from Preston to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £100 and takes 4h 59m.

Where does the Preston to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) train arrive?

Preston to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Preston to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Preston to Edinburgh Airport (EDI).

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

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

There are 3011+ hotels available in Edinburgh Airport (EDI).

Can I share a ride from Preston to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Preston and Edinburgh Airport (EDI). A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Preston to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 7 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Preston to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) by train, bus, rideshare, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Haymarkettrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2h 48m
£69–118
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Terminalbus Air
4h 59m
£29–99
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Preston to Edinburgh-EDIrideshare 185.4 mi
3h 13m
Drive 185.4 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)car 185.4 mi
3h 13m
£45–66
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 21m
£55–159
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 4m
£65–179
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 18m
£63–156

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) flights

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Distance: 195.6 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Haymarket every 4 hours. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 2h 23m. TransPennine Express also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Terminal via Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 59m.

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