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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Preston is to bus via Bus Station Stance 3 which costs £30 - £80 and takes 8h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Preston is to fly and train which takes 3h 59m and costs £90 - £250.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Union Street and arriving at Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Inverness and arriving at Preston. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 7h 28m.

How far is it from Inverness to Preston?

The distance between Inverness and Preston is 375 miles. The road distance is 333.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Preston without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 6h 23m and costs £50 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 6h 23m to get from Inverness to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Preston bus from?

Inverness to Preston bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Union Street station.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Preston train from?

Inverness to Preston train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Inverness station.

Train or bus from Inverness to Preston?

The best way to get from Inverness to Preston is to train via Edinburgh which takes 6h 23m and costs £50 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 45m.

Where does the Inverness to Preston bus arrive?

Inverness to Preston bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Inverness to Preston train arrive?

Inverness to Preston train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Inverness to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Preston is 334 miles. It takes approximately 5h 44m to drive from Inverness to Preston.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2139+ hotels available in Preston.

Inverness to Preston - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Inverness to Preston by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to HaymarketInverness - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Haymarket to PrestonEdinburgh - London Euston / ...
6h 23m
£50–223
Bus via Bus Station Stance 3
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Buchanan Bus StationM10
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 57 to Preston Coach Stationmegabus M11
8h 30m
£30–78
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Street to Buchanan Bus StationE8
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus StationUk030
7h 45m
Drive 331.9 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Preston331.9 mi
5h 44m
£81–117
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)INV - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Preston
3h 59m
£94–249
Train
1. Take the train from Inverness to PrestonInverness - London Euston
7h 28m
£65–85
Train to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Inverness to Aberdeen
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)ABZ - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Preston
6h 28m
£93–252
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to Leeds Bradford International Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)INV - LBA
2. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to Preston
7h 43m
£137–244

Inverness to Preston by train

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Distance: 373 mi
Duration: 6h 23m

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

You can take a train from Inverness to Preston via Haymarket in around 6h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Street to Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station in around 7h 45m.

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