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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Grangemouth is to bus which costs £27 - £60 and takes 5h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Grangemouth is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Grangemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Grangemouth. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Newlands Garage via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Grangemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Grangemouth. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Falkirk Grahamston via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Preston to Grangemouth?

The distance between Preston and Grangemouth is 218 miles. The road distance is 188.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Grangemouth without a car is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Preston to Grangemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Grangemouth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Grangemouth train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Grangemouth?

The best way to get from Preston to Grangemouth is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £60 and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Preston to Grangemouth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Grangemouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Grangemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Grangemouth is 188 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Preston to Grangemouth.

Where can I stay near Grangemouth?

There are 850+ hotels available in Grangemouth.

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

How to get fromPreston to Grangemouth

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 7 ways to get from Preston to Grangemouth 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 Haymarkettrain Preston - Edinburgh / ...
3h 41m
£64–118
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newlands Garagebus M6
5h 50m
£27–59
Drive 187.1 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Grangemouthcar 187.1 mi
3h 15m
£47–67
Train to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane MAN - EDI
6h 4m
£67–183
Train, line 2 bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Larberttrain
2. Take the bus from Station Hotel to Dundas Churchbus 2
3h 59m
£36–60
Train to Liverpool, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LPL - EDI
5h 53m
£78–203
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham Internationaltrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
5h 57m
£60–168

Preston to Grangemouth by train and bus

102Weekly Services

3h 41mAverage Duration

£64Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Preston to Grangemouth.

Launch map view

Distance: 216.4 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Haymarket every 4 hours. Tickets cost £60–100 and the journey takes 2h 31m. TransPennine Express also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Newlands Garage via Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h 50m.

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.