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

The cheapest way to get from Scrabster to Preston is to bus via Inverness which costs £55 - £120 and takes 13h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scrabster to Preston is to drive which takes 8h 4m and costs £100 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Scrabster and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Scrabster to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Ferry Terminal and arriving at Bus Station via Union Street and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 5m.

How far is it from Scrabster to Preston?

The distance between Scrabster and Preston is 509 miles. The road distance is 442.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scrabster to Preston without a car is to bus and train via Edinburgh which takes 10h 48m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 10h 48m to get from Scrabster to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scrabster to Preston bus from?

Scrabster to Preston bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Ferry Terminal station.

Train or bus from Scrabster to Preston?

The best way to get from Scrabster to Preston is to bus which takes 12h 5m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £80 - £270 and takes 11h 20m.

Where does the Scrabster to Preston bus arrive?

Scrabster to Preston bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Union Street station.

Can I drive from Scrabster to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Scrabster to Preston is 442 miles. It takes approximately 8h 4m to drive from Scrabster to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2143+ hotels available in Preston.

Scrabster to Preston - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Scrabster to Preston by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus, train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Union StreetE6
2. Take the train from Inverness to Haymarket
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Preston
10h 48m
Bus via Inverness
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Bus Station Stance 3X99
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Buchanan Bus StationM10
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Coach Stn181 / ...
13h 25m
£59–118
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Union StreetE6
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Buchanan Bus StationE8
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station
12h 5m
Drive 439.8 mi
1. Drive from Scrabster to Preston439.8 mi
8h 4m
£109–157
Bus to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Union Street
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)INV - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Preston
8h 15m
Train
1. Take the train from Thurso to Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to Haymarket
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Preston
11h 20m
£81–269
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Union StreetE6
2. Take the train from Inverness to PrestonInverness - London Euston
11h 54m
Bus, train to Aberdeen Airport, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Union Street
2. Take the train from Inverness to Aberdeen
3. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)ABZ - MAN
4. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Preston
10h 43m

Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN) flights

13Weekly Planes

2h 33mAverage Duration

£97Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Scrabster to Preston.

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Distance: 506 mi
Duration: 10h 48m

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

You can take a bus from Ferry Terminal to Bus Station via Union Street and Buchanan Bus Station in around 12h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Scrabster to Preston via Thurso, Inverness, and Haymarket in around 11h 20m.

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