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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Greenock is to bus which costs £17 - £40 and takes 5h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Greenock is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £25 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Greenock?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Greenock. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at West Stewart Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Greenock?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Greenock. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Greenock West via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Preston to Greenock?

The distance between Preston and Greenock is 215 miles. The road distance is 205.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Greenock without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £25 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Preston to Greenock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Greenock bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Greenock train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Greenock?

The best way to get from Preston to Greenock is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £25 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £40 and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Preston to Greenock bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Greenock train arrive?

Preston to Greenock train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Preston to Greenock?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Greenock is 206 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Preston to Greenock.

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

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Where can I stay near Greenock?

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

There are 7 ways to get from Preston to Greenock by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Glasgow CentralLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 14m
£25–116
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationUk030
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to West Stewart Street906 / ...
5h 7m
£18–37
Drive 204.5 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Greenock204.5 mi
3h 23m
£52–74
Train to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)MAN - GLA
6h 11m
£75–177
Bus via Coach Stn
1. Take the bus from Coach Stn to Buchanan Bus Station181
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to West Stewart Street906 / ...
5h 32m
£22–51
Train to Liverpool, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quay
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LPL - GLA
5h 52m
£89–207
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham International
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
5h 47m
£52–186

Preston to Greenock by train

213Weekly Trains

3h 14mAverage Duration

£25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 213.5 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Glasgow Central hourly. Tickets cost £16–110 and the journey takes 2h 20m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to West Stewart Street via Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h 7m.

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