What is the cheapest way to get from Scotland to Aintree?

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Aintree is to bus via Preston which costs £26 - £60 and takes 5h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Scotland to Aintree?

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Aintree is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Aintree?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotland station to Aintree. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Hailebury Avenue via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Queen Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Aintree?

No, there is no direct train from Scotland to Aintree. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Old Roan via Preston and Ormskirk. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Scotland to Aintree?

The distance between Scotland and Aintree is 213 miles. The road distance is 207.4 miles.

How do I travel from Scotland to Aintree without a car?

The best way to get from Scotland to Aintree without a car is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £27 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Scotland to Aintree?

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Scotland to Aintree, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Aintree bus from?

Scotland to Aintree bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Aintree train from?

Scotland to Aintree train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Scotland to Aintree?

The best way to get from Scotland to Aintree is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £27 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 5h 17m.

Where does the Scotland to Aintree bus arrive?

Scotland to Aintree bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where does the Scotland to Aintree train arrive?

Scotland to Aintree train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Scotland to Aintree?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Aintree is 207 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Scotland to Aintree.

How do I get a train ticket from Scotland to Aintree?

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Where can I stay near Aintree?

There are 2287+ hotels available in Aintree.

Scotland to Aintree - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Scotland to Aintree 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 Glasgow Central to PrestonGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
4h 11m
£27–122
Bus via Preston
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus StationUk030
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Aintree RacecourseGn1
5h 40m
£26–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One802
5h 17m
£39–63
Drive 206.2 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Aintree206.2 mi
3h 42m
£52–76
Fly from Aberdeen Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)ABZ - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Street
5h 31m
£87–204
Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)INV - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Street
5h 42m
£103–270

Scotland to Aintree by train

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4h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 212.2 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Scotland and Aintree, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Glasgow Central to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £19–110 and the journey takes 2h 25m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One 4 times a week. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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