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

The cheapest way to get from Paisley to Preston is to bus which costs £11 - £29 and takes 5h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paisley to Preston is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £24 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Paisley and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Paisley to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Smithhills Street and arriving at Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Paisley and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Paisley to Preston. However, there are services departing from Paisley Gilmour Street and arriving at Preston via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Paisley to Preston?

The distance between Paisley and Preston is 199 miles. The road distance is 189.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paisley to Preston without a car is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £24 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Paisley to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paisley to Preston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Paisley to Preston train from?

Paisley to Preston train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Paisley to Preston?

The best way to get from Paisley to Preston is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £24 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £29 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Paisley to Preston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Paisley to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Paisley to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Paisley to Preston is 190 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Paisley to Preston.

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to PrestonGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
3h 1m
£24–85
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus StationUk030
5h 40m
£11–29
Drive 188.8 mi
1. Drive from Paisley to Preston188.8 mi
3h 11m
£47–67
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)GLA - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Preston
5h 9m
£67–165
Line 26 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Espedair Burn to Bath Street26
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Coach Stn181 / ...
6h 39m
£20–50
Fly to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL)GLA - LPL
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Preston
5h 37m
£74–163
Fly to Leeds Bradford International Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)GLA - LBA
2. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to Preston
7h 16m
£73–180

Paisley to Preston by train

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Distance: 197.5 mi
Duration: 3h 1m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Glasgow Central to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £19–75 and the journey takes 2h 25m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £11–29 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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