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

The cheapest way to get from Ullapool to Preston is to bus which costs £30 - £90 and takes 10h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ullapool to Preston is to bus and fly and train which takes 6h 9m and costs £100 - £270.

Is there a direct bus between Ullapool and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Ullapool 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 9h 59m.

How far is it from Ullapool to Preston?

The distance between Ullapool and Preston is 432 miles. The road distance is 389.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ullapool to Preston without a car is to bus and train via Edinburgh which takes 8h 42m and costs £65 - £300.

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

It takes approximately 8h 42m to get from Ullapool to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ullapool to Preston bus from?

Ullapool to Preston bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Ferry Terminal station.

Where does the Ullapool to Preston bus arrive?

Ullapool to Preston bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Can I drive from Ullapool to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Ullapool to Preston is 389 miles. It takes approximately 6h 47m to drive from Ullapool to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2143+ hotels available in Preston.

Ullapool to Preston - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Ullapool 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 via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Bus Station Stance 3961
2. Take the train from Inverness to Haymarket
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Preston
8h 42m
£67–295
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Bus Station Stance 3961
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Buchanan Bus StationM10
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Coach Stn181 / ...
10h 56m
£33–88
Bus via Inverness
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Bus Station Stance 3961
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Buchanan Bus StationE8
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station
9h 59m
Drive 386.8 mi
1. Drive from Ullapool to Preston386.8 mi
6h 47m
£96–138
Bus to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Bus Station Stance 3
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)INV - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Preston
6h 9m
£105–262
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Bus Station Stance 3961
2. Take the train from Inverness to PrestonInverness - London Euston
9h 48m
£76–100
Bus, train to Aberdeen Airport, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Bus Station Stance 3
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
8h 37m
£104–257

Ullapool to Preston by bus and train

53Weekly Services

8h 42mAverage Duration

£67Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Ullapool to Preston.

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Distance: 429.3 mi
Duration: 8h 42m

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

You can take a bus from Ferry Terminal to Bus Station via Bus Station Stance 3, Union Street, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 9h 59m.

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