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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Lanark is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 5h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Lanark is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Lanark?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Lanark. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Hunters Close via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Preston to Lanark?

The distance between Preston and Lanark is 193 miles. The road distance is 162.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Lanark without a car is to train and line 41 bus which takes 3h 7m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Preston to Lanark, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Lanark bus from?

Preston to Lanark bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Preston to Lanark bus arrive?

Preston to Lanark bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Preston to Lanark?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Lanark is 162 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Preston to Lanark.

Where can I stay near Lanark?

There are 307+ hotels available in Lanark.

Preston to Lanark - 3 ways to travel via train, line 41 bus, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Preston to Lanark by train, bus, 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, line 41 bus
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Motherwelltrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Pollock Street to Hunters Closebus 41 / ...
3h 7m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 181
5h 8m
£30–80
Drive 161.4 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Lanarkcar 161.4 mi
2h 44m
£40–58

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Preston to Lanark.

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Distance: 192.3 mi
Duration: 3h 7m

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

National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost £30–80 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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