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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Coatbridge is to bus via Buchanan Bus Station which costs £16 - £40 and takes 4h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Coatbridge is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Coatbridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston to Coatbridge. However, there are services departing from Coach Stn and arriving at Bus Stance via Leechlee Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Preston to Coatbridge?

The distance between Preston and Coatbridge is 187 miles. The road distance is 177.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Coatbridge without a car is to train and line 201 bus which takes 2h 49m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Preston to Coatbridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Coatbridge bus from?

Preston to Coatbridge bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Stn station.

Where does the Preston to Coatbridge bus arrive?

Preston to Coatbridge bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Preston to Coatbridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Coatbridge is 177 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Preston to Coatbridge.

Where can I stay near Coatbridge?

There are 1322+ hotels available in Coatbridge.

Preston to Coatbridge - 9 ways to travel via train, line 201 bus, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Preston to Coatbridge by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, line 201 bus
best
1. Take the train from Preston to MotherwellRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Motherwell station to Bus Stance201
2h 49m
Bus via Buchanan Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationUk030
4h 47m
£17–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stn to Bus Station181
4h 46m
£30–40
Drive 176.3 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Coatbridge176.3 mi
2h 54m
£45–64
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)MAN - GLA
5h 51m
£72–169
Train to Liverpool, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quay
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LPL - GLA
5h 32m
£81–199
Train to Liverpool, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quay
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LPL - EDI
3. Take the bus from Airport to Maxim Business Park
5h 45m
£83–214
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham International
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
3. Take the bus from Airport to Maxim Business Park
5h 21m
£49–188
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham International
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
5h 28m
£45–183

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA) flights

54Weekly Planes

3h 49mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 185.8 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

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

National Express operates a bus from Coach Stn to Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost £30–40 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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