What is the cheapest way to get from Dunbar to Prestonpans?

The cheapest way to get from Dunbar to Prestonpans is to drive which costs £4 - £8 and takes 25 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Dunbar to Prestonpans?

The fastest way to get from Dunbar to Prestonpans is to train which takes 19 min and costs £7 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Dunbar and Prestonpans?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunbar to Prestonpans. However, there are services departing from High Street and arriving at Northfield House via Milton Link. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Dunbar and Prestonpans?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dunbar and arriving at Prestonpans. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 19 min.

How far is it from Dunbar to Prestonpans?

The distance between Dunbar and Prestonpans is 20 miles. The road distance is 20.2 miles.

How do I travel from Dunbar to Prestonpans without a car?

The best way to get from Dunbar to Prestonpans without a car is to train which takes 19 min and costs £7 - £19.

How long does it take to get from Dunbar to Prestonpans?

The train from Dunbar to Prestonpans takes 19 min including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Dunbar to Prestonpans bus from?

Dunbar to Prestonpans bus services, operated by East Coast Buses, depart from High Street station.

Where do I catch the Dunbar to Prestonpans train from?

Dunbar to Prestonpans train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dunbar station.

Train or bus from Dunbar to Prestonpans?

The best way to get from Dunbar to Prestonpans is to train which takes 19 min and costs £7 - £19. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £9 and takes 1h 23m.

Where does the Dunbar to Prestonpans bus arrive?

Dunbar to Prestonpans bus services, operated by East Coast Buses, arrive at Milton Link station.

Where does the Dunbar to Prestonpans train arrive?

Dunbar to Prestonpans train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Prestonpans station.

Can I drive from Dunbar to Prestonpans?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunbar to Prestonpans is 20 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Dunbar to Prestonpans.

Where can I stay near Prestonpans?

There are 856+ hotels available in Prestonpans.

Dunbar to Prestonpans - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Dunbar to Prestonpans by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Dunbar to Prestonpanstrain Dunbar - Edinburgh
19 min
£7–19
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from High Street to Milton Linkbus X7
2. Take the bus from Milton Link to Northfield Housebus X4
1h 23m
£5–8
Drive 20.1 mi
1. Drive from Dunbar to Prestonpanscar 20.1 mi
25 min
£5–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dunbar to Prestonpanstaxi 20.1 mi
25 min
£40–55
Line 120 bus, line 124 bus
1. Take the bus from High Street to Tescobus 120
2. Take the bus from Tesco to Northfield Housebus 124
1h 38m
£6–7

Dunbar to Prestonpans by train

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Distance: 19.5 mi
Duration: 19 min

What companies run services between Dunbar, Scotland and Prestonpans, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Dunbar to Prestonpans 5 times a week. Tickets cost £7–19 and the journey takes 19 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from High Street to Northfield House via Milton Link in around 1h 23m.

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