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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Elgin is to train and bus which costs £75 - £100 and takes 9h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Elgin is to train and fly which takes 4h 55m and costs £100 - £270.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Braelossie Place via Buchanan Bus Station and Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Elgin?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Elgin via Haymarket and Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.

How far is it from Preston to Elgin?

The distance between Preston and Elgin is 388 miles. The road distance is 340 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Elgin without a car is to train via Aberdeen which takes 7h 18m and costs £45 - £300.

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

It takes approximately 7h 18m to get from Preston to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Elgin bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Elgin train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Elgin?

The best way to get from Preston to Elgin is to train via Aberdeen which takes 7h 18m and costs £45 - £300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 16m.

Where does the Preston to Elgin bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Elgin train arrive?

Preston to Elgin train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Preston to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Elgin is 340 miles. It takes approximately 6h 14m to drive from Preston to Elgin.

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

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Where can I stay near Elgin?

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Preston to Elgin - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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

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Train via Aberdeen
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Haymarket
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeen
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgin
7h 18m
£48–299
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Preston to Glasgow CentralLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to ElginGlasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
7h 39m
£41–204
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union StreetE8
3. Take the bus from Union Street to Braelossie PlaceE7
9h 16m
Drive 338 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Elgin338 mi
6h 14m
£85–122
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)MAN - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Elgin
4h 55m
£108–261
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to InvernessLondon Euston - Inverness
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 4 to Braelossie PlaceM96
9h 20m
£77–97
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)MAN - ABZ
3. Take the bus from Airport Terminal Stance 1 to Railway Station
5h 48m
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham International
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)BHX - ABZ
3. Take the bus from Airport Terminal Stance 1 to Railway Station
6h 55m
Train to Liverpool, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quay
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)LPL - ABZ
3. Take the bus from Airport Terminal Stance 1 to Railway Station
7h 54m

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) flights

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1h 56mAverage Duration

£102Cheapest Price

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Distance: 385.9 mi
Duration: 7h 18m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Elgin via Haymarket and Aberdeen in around 7h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Braelossie Place via Buchanan Bus Station and Union Street in around 9h 16m.

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