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

The cheapest way to get from Scrabster to Preston is to bus which costs £45 - £130 and takes 12h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scrabster to Preston is to fly and train which takes 7h 5m and costs £120 - £380.

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 Scrabster Ferry Terminal and arriving at Bus Station via Inverness Union Street and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 42m.

How far is it from Scrabster to Preston?

The distance between Scrabster and Preston is 509 miles. The road distance is 442 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 which takes 10h 50m and costs £120 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 10h 50m 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 Scrabster Ferry Terminal station.

Train or bus from Scrabster to Preston?

The best way to get from Scrabster to Preston is to train which takes 11h 21m and costs £180 - £400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £130 and takes 12h 42m.

Where does the Scrabster to Preston bus arrive?

Scrabster to Preston bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Inverness 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 5m to drive from Scrabster to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 1383+ hotels available in Preston.

Scrabster to Preston - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Scrabster to Preston by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Scrabster Ferry Terminal to Inverness Union Streetbus
2. Take the train from Inverness to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Prestontrain
10h 50m
£129–290
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Scrabster Ferry Terminal to Inverness Union Streetbus
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Buchanan Bus Stnbus
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus
12h 42m
£49–129
Bus, train via Edinburgh
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Bus Station Stance 3bus X99
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Queensferry Streetbus M90
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Prestontrain
11h 40m
£118–195
Drive 439.4 mi
1. Drive from Scrabster to Prestoncar 439.4 mi
8h 5m
£108–155
Bus to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Scrabster Ferry Terminal to Inverness Union Streetbus
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane INV - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
8h 29m
£107–248
Train
1. Take the train from Thurso to Invernesstrain
2. Take the train from Inverness to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Prestontrain
11h 21m
£188–399
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Bus Station Stance 3bus X99
2. Take the train from Inverness to Prestontrain Inverness - London Euston
12h 17m
£109–178
Bus, train to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Scrabster Ferry Terminal to Inverness Union Streetbus
2. Take the train from Inverness to Aberdeentrain
3. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane ABZ - MAN
4. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
10h 54m
£138–301
Fly Wick John O' Groats Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Wick John O' Groats Airport (WIC) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane WIC - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
7h 5m
£120–377
Bus to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the bus from Scrabster Ferry Terminal to Inverness Union Streetbus
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Liverpool (LPL)plane INV - LPL
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain
11h 26m
£102–258

Scrabster to Preston by bus and train

28Weekly Services

10h 50mAverage Duration

£129Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Scrabster to Preston.

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Distance: 505.8 mi
Duration: 10h 50m

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

You can take a vehicle from Scrabster to Preston via Thurso, Inverness, and Haymarket in around 11h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Scrabster Ferry Terminal to Bus Station via Inverness Union Street and Buchanan Bus Station in around 12h 42m.

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