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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Glasgow is to bus which costs £22 - £50 and takes 3h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Glasgow is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs £40 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Glasgow?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Buchanan Bus Station station. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Glasgow?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston and arriving at Glasgow Central. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Preston to Glasgow?

The distance between Preston and Glasgow is 192 miles. The road distance is 182.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Glasgow without a car is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs £40 - £100.

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

The train from Preston to Glasgow Central takes 2h 19m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Preston to Glasgow bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Glasgow train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Glasgow?

The best way to get from Preston to Glasgow is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs £40 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £50 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the Preston to Glasgow bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Glasgow train arrive?

Preston to Glasgow train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Preston to Glasgow?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Glasgow is 183 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Preston to Glasgow.

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

Book your Preston to Glasgow train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Preston to Glasgow bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Glasgow?

There are 1527+ hotels available in Glasgow.

Preston to Glasgow - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

How to get fromPreston to Glasgow

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 7 ways to get from Preston to Glasgow by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Glasgow Centraltrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2h 19m
£40–100
- 6:44 AM – 9:16 AM
  train 2h 31m • Direct
- 8:01 AM – 10:35 AM
  train 2h 34m • Direct
- 8:14 AM – 10:42 AM
  train 2h 27m • Direct
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk030
3h 55m
£22–50
Drive 181.5 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Glasgowcar 181.5 mi
3h 4m
£46–66
Train to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane MAN - GLA
5h 23m
£65–204
Bus, line 267 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 181
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 267 / ...
5h 11m
£33–52
Train to Liverpool, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LPL - GLA
5h 13m
£71–204
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham Internationaltrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BHX - GLA
5h 27m
£54–154

Preston to Glasgow by train

228Weekly Trains

2h 19mAverage Duration

£40Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Preston to Glasgow.

Launch map view

Distance: 190.5 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Glasgow Central hourly. Tickets cost £60–100 and the journey takes 2h 19m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £22–35 and the journey takes 3h 55m. National Express also services this route once daily.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.