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

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Preston is to car ferry and train which costs £45 - £100 and takes 11h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Preston is to fly and train which takes 3h 25m and costs £40 - £200.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Belfast, Europa Buscentre and arriving at Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 23m.

How far is it from Belfast to Preston?

The distance between Belfast and Preston is 215 miles.

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

The best way to get from Belfast to Preston without a car is to car ferry and bus and train which takes 9h 48m and costs £65 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Belfast to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Preston bus from?

Belfast to Preston bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Belfast, Europa Buscentre station.

Where does the Belfast to Preston bus arrive?

Belfast to Preston bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan station.

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

Book your Belfast to Preston bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2156+ hotels available in Preston.

Belfast to Preston - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, car ferry, and bus

There are 10 ways to get from Belfast to Preston by plane, train, car ferry, bus, ferry, busferry, or car

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

Fly George Best Belfast City Airport to Manchester Airport, train
best
1. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Manchester Airport (MAN)BHD - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Preston
3h 25m
£44–197
Fly Belfast International Airport to Manchester Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Manchester Airport (MAN)BFS - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Preston
3h 55m
£38–137
Car ferry, bus, train
1. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryan
2. Take the bus from Stena Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station923
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Preston
9h 48m
£66–283
Ferry, train
1. Take the ferry from Larne to Cairnryan
2. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayr
3. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
4. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Preston
10h 22m
£89–392
Bus and ferry, bus
1. Take the busferry from Belfast, Europa Buscentre to Glasgow Buchanan923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus StationUk030
10h 23m
Fly George Best Belfast City Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Liverpool (LPL)BHD - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Warrington Central
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Preston
3h 39m
£59–215
Fly Belfast International Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Liverpool (LPL)BFS - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Warrington Central
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Preston
4h 14m
£51–165
Fly George Best Belfast City Airport to Leeds Bradford International Airport, train
1. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)BHD - LBA
2. Take the train from Leeds to Preston
5h 32m
£58–227
Car ferry, train
1. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Liverpool
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to PrestonLiverpool Lime Street - Blackpool North / ...
11h 28m
£49–95
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryan
2. Drive from Cairnryan to Preston
5h 57m
£76–232

Belfast to Preston by bus, car ferry, foot, and train

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9h 48mAverage Duration

£66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 214 mi
Duration: 3h 25m

What companies run services between Belfast, Northern Ireland and Preston, England?

There is no direct connection from Belfast to Preston. However, you can take the line 600 bus to George Best Belfast City Airport, walk to George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) airport, fly to Manchester Airport (MAN), walk to Manchester Airport, then take the train to Preston. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Victoria Square Victoria Street to Preston via Stena Line terminus, Belfast, Cairnryan, Stena Terminal, Buchanan Bus Station, and Glasgow Central in around 9h 48m.

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