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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Markinch is to bus which costs £19 - £65 and takes 6h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Markinch is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs £35 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Markinch?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Markinch. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at High Street via Buchanan Bus Station, North Approach Road and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Markinch?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Markinch. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Markinch via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

How far is it from Preston to Markinch?

The distance between Preston and Markinch is 221 miles. The road distance is 213.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Markinch without a car is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs £35 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Preston to Markinch, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Markinch bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Markinch train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Markinch?

The best way to get from Preston to Markinch is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs £35 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £65 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Preston to Markinch bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Markinch train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Markinch?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Markinch is 213 miles. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Preston to Markinch.

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

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Where can I stay near Markinch?

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Preston to Markinch - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Preston to Markinch by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to HaymarketLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to MarkinchEdinburgh - Perth / ...
3h 35m
£35–141
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach RoadX27 / ...
3. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Glenrothes Bus Station Arrival BayX24
6h 40m
£20–62
Drive 212.2 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Markinch212.2 mi
3h 37m
£53–77
Train to Manchester Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)MAN - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Gateway to Markinch
6h 13m
£87–178
Train to Liverpool, fly, train
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quay
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LPL - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Gateway to Markinch
6h 15m
£101–225
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham International
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Gateway to Markinch
5h 54m
£65–191

Preston to Markinch by train

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3h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 220.2 mi
Duration: 3h 35m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Markinch via Haymarket in around 3h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to High Street via Buchanan Bus Station, North Approach Road, Glenrothes Bus Station Arrival Bay, and Bus Station in around 6h 40m.

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