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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Dalkeith is to bus which costs £16 - £65 and takes 6h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Dalkeith is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Dalkeith?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Dalkeith. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Buccleuch Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Princes Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

How far is it from Preston to Dalkeith?

The distance between Preston and Dalkeith is 199 miles. The road distance is 174.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Dalkeith without a car is to train and line 3 bus which takes 3h 19m and costs £21 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Preston to Dalkeith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Dalkeith bus from?

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

Where does the Preston to Dalkeith bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Dalkeith?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Dalkeith is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Preston to Dalkeith.

Where can I stay near Dalkeith?

There are 2261+ hotels available in Dalkeith.

Preston to Dalkeith - 6 ways to travel via train, line 3 bus, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Preston to Dalkeith 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 3 bus
best
1. Take the train from Preston to HaymarketLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Haymarket Station to Buccleuch Street3
3h 19m
£21–104
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationUk030
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Street900
6h 8m
£17–62
Drive 173.3 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Dalkeith173.3 mi
3h 11m
£44–63
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
6h 17m
£75–185
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
6h 19m
£94–213
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 54m
£54–216

Preston to Dalkeith by train and bus

90Weekly Services

3h 19mAverage Duration

£21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 197.6 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Buccleuch Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Princes Street in around 6h 8m.

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