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

The cheapest way to get from Cumbernauld to Preston is to bus which costs £14 - £55 and takes 5h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cumbernauld to Preston is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Cumbernauld and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Cumbernauld to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Town Centre Stances and arriving at Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Cumbernauld and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Cumbernauld to Preston. However, there are services departing from Cumbernauld and arriving at Preston via Motherwell. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Cumbernauld to Preston?

The distance between Cumbernauld and Preston is 191 miles. The road distance is 185.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cumbernauld to Preston without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Cumbernauld to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cumbernauld to Preston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cumbernauld to Preston train from?

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

Train or bus from Cumbernauld to Preston?

The best way to get from Cumbernauld to Preston is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £55 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Cumbernauld to Preston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cumbernauld to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cumbernauld to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Cumbernauld to Preston is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Cumbernauld to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2125+ hotels available in Preston.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2h 59m
£35–176
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Uk030
5h 10m
£14–51
Drive 184.7 mi
1. Drive from Cumbernauld to Prestoncar 184.7 mi
3h 2m
£46–66
Fly Glasgow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane GLA - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
5h 46m
£62–173
Bus via Coach Stn
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Coach Stnbus 181
5h 35m
£18–51
Fly Glasgow Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL)plane GLA - LPL
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain
6h 1m
£74–184
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the train from Croy to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)plane EDI - LPL
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain
6h 39m
£91–234

Cumbernauld to Preston by train

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Distance: 189.9 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Motherwell to Preston every 2 hours. Tickets cost £65–170 and the journey takes 2h 7m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £11–40 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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