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

The cheapest way to get from Cumnock to Preston is to bus which costs £18 - £55 and takes 6h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cumnock to Preston is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cumnock and Preston?

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

How far is it from Cumnock to Preston?

The distance between Cumnock and Preston is 169 miles. The road distance is 164.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cumnock to Preston without a car is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs £35 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Cumnock to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cumnock to Preston bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cumnock to Preston?

The best way to get from Cumnock to Preston is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs £35 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £55 and takes 6h 6m.

Where does the Cumnock to Preston bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cumnock to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Cumnock to Preston is 164 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Cumnock to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2162+ hotels available in Preston.

Cumnock to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cumnock to Preston by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Auchinleck to CarlisleGlasgow Central - Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to PrestonGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
3h 57m
£36–112
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus StationUk030
6h 6m
£18–51
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Castle Primary school to Whitesands246
2. Take the train from Lockerbie to PrestonEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
5h 37m
Drive 163.1 mi
1. Drive from Cumnock to Preston163.1 mi
2h 56m
£41–59

Cumnock to Preston by bus and train

44Weekly Services

3h 57mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 168.2 mi
Duration: 3h 57m

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

You can take a bus from Cumnock Bus Station to Preston via Well Road, Auchinleck, and Carlisle in around 3h 57m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £11–40 and the journey takes 3h 50m. Two other operators also service this route.

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