What is the cheapest way to get from Preston bus Station to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Preston bus Station to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £13 - £60 and takes 5h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston bus Station to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Preston bus Station to Edinburgh is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £24 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Preston bus Station and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston bus Station station to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Preston bus Station and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Preston bus Station to Edinburgh?

The distance between Preston bus Station and Edinburgh is 192 miles. The road distance is 181 miles.

How do I travel from Preston bus Station to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Preston bus Station to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £24 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Preston bus Station to Edinburgh?

The train from Preston to Edinburgh Waverley takes 2h 29m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Preston bus Station to Edinburgh bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston bus Station to Edinburgh train from?

Preston bus Station to Edinburgh train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston bus Station to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Preston bus Station to Edinburgh is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £24 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £60 and takes 5h 17m.

Where does the Preston bus Station to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Preston bus Station and Edinburgh?

Edinburgh is 1h behind Preston bus Station. It is currently 3:25 PM in Preston bus Station and 2:25 PM in Edinburgh.

Where does the Preston bus Station to Edinburgh train arrive?

Preston bus Station to Edinburgh train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Preston bus Station to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston bus Station to Edinburgh is 181 miles. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Preston bus Station to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Preston bus Station to Edinburgh?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Preston bus Station to Edinburgh?

Book your Preston bus Station to Edinburgh bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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Preston bus Station to Edinburgh - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Edinburgh WaverleyLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2h 42m
£24–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationUk030
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Street900
5h 17m
£14–58
Drive 179.9 mi
1. Drive from Preston bus Station to Edinburgh179.9 mi
3h 19m
£45–65
Train to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)MAN - EDI
5h 44m
£73–163
Bus via Abington Service Area
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Abington Service AreaM11 / ...
2. Take the bus from Abington Service Area to Princes Street101A / ...
5h 20m
Train to Liverpool, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quay
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LPL - EDI
5h 47m
£87–218
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham International
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
5h 25m
£51–172

Preston bus Station to Edinburgh by foot and train

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Distance: 190.9 mi
Duration: 2h 42m

What companies run services between Preston bus Station, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Edinburgh Waverley 5 times a day. Tickets cost £24–110 and the journey takes 2h 29m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h 17m.

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