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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Ikea is to bus which costs £9 - £22 and takes 4h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Ikea is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £22 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Ikea?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Ikea. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Ikea via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

How far is it from Preston to Ikea?

The distance between Preston and Ikea is 198 miles. The road distance is 186.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Ikea without a car is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £22 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Preston to Ikea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Ikea bus from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Ikea?

The best way to get from Preston to Ikea is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £22 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £22 and takes 4h 44m.

Where does the Preston to Ikea bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Preston and Ikea?

Ikea is 1h ahead of Preston. It is currently 3:12 PM in Preston and 4:12 PM in Ikea.

Can I drive from Preston to Ikea?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Ikea is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Preston to Ikea.

Where can I stay near Ikea?

There are 1360+ hotels available in Ikea.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Preston to Ikea 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 Glasgow CentralLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2h 57m
£22–111
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationUk030
4h 44m
£9–22
Drive 185.8 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Ikea185.8 mi
3h 4m
£46–66
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
5h 34m
£64–153
Bus via Coach Stn
1. Take the bus from Coach Stn to Buchanan Bus Station181
5h 9m
£15–45
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 23m
£71–173
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 19m
£40–157

Preston to Ikea by train and bus

211Weekly Services

2h 57mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 196.7 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Ikea, 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, FlixBus operates a bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost £9–20 and the journey takes 3h 55m. Megabus UK also services this route twice daily.

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