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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Anstruther is to bus which costs £19 - £70 and takes 7h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Anstruther is to drive which takes 4h 3m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Anstruther?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Anstruther. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Harbour via Buchanan Bus Station, Crichton Street and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

How far is it from Preston to Anstruther?

The distance between Preston and Anstruther is 252 miles. The road distance is 228.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Anstruther without a car is to train which takes 5h 19m and costs £30 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Preston to Anstruther, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Anstruther bus from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Anstruther?

The best way to get from Preston to Anstruther is to train which takes 5h 19m and costs £30 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £70 and takes 7h 29m.

Where does the Preston to Anstruther bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Anstruther?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Anstruther is 229 miles. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Preston to Anstruther.

Where can I stay near Anstruther?

There are 859+ hotels available in Anstruther.

Preston to Anstruther - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Preston to Anstruther by train, bus, or car

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 Preston to HaymarketLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to CuparEdinburgh - Dundee / ...
5h 19m
£33–134
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationUk030
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to OvergateUk091
7h 29m
£20–67
Drive 227.5 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Anstruther227.5 mi
4h 3m
£57–81
Train via Markinch
1. Take the train from Preston to Edinburgh WaverleyLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to MarkinchEdinburgh - Perth / ...
5h 34m
£41–155

Preston to Anstruther by train and bus

91Weekly Services

5h 19mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Preston to Anstruther.

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Distance: 250.9 mi
Duration: 5h 19m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Harbour via Haymarket, Cupar, Railway Station, and Bus Station in around 5h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Harbour via Buchanan Bus Station, Overgate, Crichton Street, and Bus Station in around 7h 29m.

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