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

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Preston is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hamilton to Preston is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs £16 - £110.

Is there a direct train between Hamilton and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Motherwell and arriving at Preston. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 8m.

How far is it from Hamilton to Preston?

The distance between Hamilton and Preston is 179 miles. The road distance is 172.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hamilton to Preston without a car is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs £16 - £110.

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

The train from Motherwell to Preston takes 2h 8m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Preston train from?

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

Where does the Hamilton to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hamilton to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamilton to Preston is 172 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Hamilton to Preston.

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

Book your Hamilton to Preston train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2123+ hotels available in Preston.

Hamilton to Preston - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from Hamilton to Preston by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2h 8m
£16–110
Drive 171.4 mi
1. Drive from Hamilton to Prestoncar 171.4 mi
2h 47m
£42–61
Fly, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane GLA - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
5h 42m
£63–171

Hamilton to Preston by train

154Weekly Trains

2h 8mAverage Duration

£16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 178.3 mi
Duration: 2h 8m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Motherwell to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £16–110 and the journey takes 2h 8m. Two other operators also service this route.

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