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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Cumbernauld is to bus which costs £11 - £60 and takes 4h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Cumbernauld is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Cumbernauld?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Cumbernauld. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Town Centre stances via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Cumbernauld?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Cumbernauld. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Cumbernauld via Motherwell. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Preston to Cumbernauld?

The distance between Preston and Cumbernauld is 191 miles. The road distance is 185.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Cumbernauld without a car is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £27 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Preston to Cumbernauld, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Cumbernauld bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Cumbernauld train from?

Preston to Cumbernauld train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Cumbernauld?

The best way to get from Preston to Cumbernauld is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £27 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £60 and takes 4h 19m.

Where does the Preston to Cumbernauld bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Cumbernauld train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Cumbernauld?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Cumbernauld is 186 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Preston to Cumbernauld.

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

Book your Preston to Cumbernauld train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cumbernauld?

There are 1476+ hotels available in Cumbernauld.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Preston to Cumbernauld 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
best
1. Take the train from Preston to MotherwellRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 29m
£27–119
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationUk030
4h 19m
£12–57
Drive 184.4 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Cumbernauld184.4 mi
2h 59m
£46–67
Train to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)MAN - GLA
5h 38m
£70–172
Bus via Hamilton Central
1. Take the bus from Coach Stn to Bus Station181
5h 19m
£32–42
Train to Liverpool, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quay
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LPL - GLA
5h 25m
£84–199
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham International
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
5h 23m
£46–195

Preston to Cumbernauld by train

82Weekly Trains

3h 29mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 189.9 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Motherwell every 4 hours. Tickets cost £22–110 and the journey takes 2h 8m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £9–21 and the journey takes 3h 55m. Two other operators also service this route.

Transport is disrupted due to the Russia-Ukraine war. Read more

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.