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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Cumnock is to bus which costs £17 - £60 and takes 5h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Cumnock is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Cumnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Cumnock station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Cumnock Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Kilmarnock Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

How far is it from Preston to Cumnock?

The distance between Preston and Cumnock is 169 miles. The road distance is 164.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Cumnock without a car is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs £30 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Preston to Cumnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Cumnock bus from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Cumnock?

The best way to get from Preston to Cumnock is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs £30 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £60 and takes 5h 42m.

Where does the Preston to Cumnock bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Cumnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Cumnock is 164 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Preston to Cumnock.

Where can I stay near Cumnock?

There are 319+ hotels available in Cumnock.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Preston to Cumnock 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 CarlisleLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to AuchinleckCarlisle - Glasgow Central
3h 49m
£33–129
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationUk030
5h 42m
£17–57
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to LockerbieManchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Whitesands to Castle Primary school246
5h 22m
Drive 163.5 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Cumnock163.5 mi
2h 57m
£41–59

Preston to Cumnock by train and bus

44Weekly Services

3h 49mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 168.2 mi
Duration: 3h 49m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Holm via Carlisle, Auchinleck, and Well Road in around 3h 49m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £10–23 and the journey takes 3h 55m. Two other operators also service this route.

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