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

The cheapest way to get from Alloa to Preston is to bus which costs £20 - £55 and takes 6h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alloa to Preston is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Alloa and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Alloa to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Shillinghill and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Alloa and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Alloa to Preston. However, there are services departing from Alloa and arriving at Preston via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Alloa to Preston?

The distance between Alloa and Preston is 228 miles. The road distance is 199.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Alloa to Preston without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 3h 43m and costs £30 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Alloa to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alloa to Preston bus from?

Alloa to Preston bus services, operated by Park's of Hamilton, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Alloa to Preston train from?

Alloa to Preston train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Alloa station.

Train or bus from Alloa to Preston?

The best way to get from Alloa to Preston is to train via Glasgow which takes 3h 43m and costs £30 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £55 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Alloa to Preston bus arrive?

Alloa to Preston bus services, operated by Park's of Hamilton, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Alloa to Preston train arrive?

Alloa to Preston train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Alloa to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Alloa to Preston is 199 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Alloa to Preston.

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

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

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

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Train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Alloa to Glasgow Queen StreetAlloa - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to PrestonGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
3h 43m
£34–122
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationM8 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus StationUk030
6h 5m
£20–51
Drive 198.1 mi
1. Drive from Alloa to Preston198.1 mi
3h 25m
£49–70
Train, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Stirling to Edinburgh Park
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EDI - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Preston
6h 33m
£81–212
Train
1. Take the train from Stirling to PrestonInverness - London Euston
5h 31m
£60–80
Train, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Stirling to Edinburgh Park
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)EDI - LPL
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Preston
7h
£88–235

Alloa to Preston by train and foot

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3h 43mAverage Duration

£34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 226.8 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

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

You can take a train from Alloa to Preston via Glasgow Queen Street and Glasgow Central in around 3h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shillinghill to Bus Station via Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station in around 6h 5m.

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