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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Garlieston is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Garlieston is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £40 - £65.

How far is it from Preston to Garlieston?

The distance between Preston and Garlieston is 198 miles. The road distance is 178.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Garlieston without a car is to train and bus and taxi via Carlisle which takes 5h 36m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Preston to Garlieston, including transfers.

Can I drive from Preston to Garlieston?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Garlieston is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Preston to Garlieston.

Where can I stay near Garlieston?

There are 397+ hotels available in Garlieston.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Preston to Garlieston by train, bus, taxi, 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, bus, taxi via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfries
3. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Carlingwark Street502
4. Take the taxi from Harbour Square to Garlieston
5h 36m
Drive 177.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Garlieston177.7 mi
3h 12m
£45–65
Train, bus, taxi
1. Take the train from Preston to Lockerbie
2. Take the bus from Loreburne Centre to Harbour Square501
3. Take the taxi from Harbour Square to Garlieston
5h 42m
Train, drive
1. Take the train from Preston to Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Workington
3. Drive from Workington to Garlieston
5h 6m
£45–134

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 196.4 mi
Duration: 5h 36m

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

There is no direct connection from Preston to Garlieston. However, you can take the train to Carlisle, take the train to Dumfries, walk to Dumfries station, take the bus to Carlingwark Street, take the bus to Harbour Square, then take the taxi to Garlieston. Alternatively, you can drive from Preston to Garlieston in around 3h 12m.

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