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

The cheapest way to get from Wick to Preston is to train which costs £80 - £120 and takes 12h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wick to Preston is to drive which takes 7h 51m and costs £100 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Wick and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Wick to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Town Hall and arriving at Bus Station via Union Street and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Wick and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Wick to Preston. However, there are services departing from Wick and arriving at Preston via Inverness and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 47m.

How far is it from Wick to Preston?

The distance between Wick and Preston is 481 miles. The road distance is 433.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wick to Preston without a car is to bus and train which takes 10h 15m and costs £75 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 10h 15m to get from Wick to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wick to Preston bus from?

Wick to Preston bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Town Hall station.

Where do I catch the Wick to Preston train from?

Wick to Preston train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Wick station.

Train or bus from Wick to Preston?

The best way to get from Wick to Preston is to train via Edinburgh which takes 11h 47m and costs £70 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 12h 2m.

Where does the Wick to Preston bus arrive?

Wick to Preston bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Where does the Wick to Preston train arrive?

Wick to Preston train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Inverness station.

Can I drive from Wick to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Wick to Preston is 434 miles. It takes approximately 7h 51m to drive from Wick to Preston.

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

Book your Wick to Preston train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2119+ hotels available in Preston.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Town Hall to Bus Station Stance 3X99
2. Take the train from Inverness to Haymarket
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Preston
10h 15m
£77–206
Bus, train via Edinburgh
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Town Hall to Bus Station Stance 3X99
2. Take the bus from Inverness Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh Bus Station
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Preston
11h 7m
£60–161
Drive 431.4 mi
1. Drive from Wick to Preston431.4 mi
7h 51m
£107–154
Bus to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Town Hall 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
7h 57m
£123–288
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Wick to Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to Haymarket
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Preston
11h 47m
£71–205
Bus
1. Take the bus from Town Hall to Bus Station Stance 3X99
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Buchanan Bus StationE8
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station
12h 2m
Train
1. Take the train from Wick to InvernessWick - Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to PrestonInverness - London Euston
12h 53m
£83–115
Bus, train to Aberdeen Airport, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Town Hall 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
10h 29m
£117–273

Wick to Preston by bus and train

33Weekly Services

10h 15mAverage Duration

£77Cheapest Price

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Distance: 478.1 mi
Duration: 10h 15m

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

You can take a train from Wick to Preston via Inverness and Haymarket in around 11h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Town Hall to Bus Station via Bus Station Stance 3, Union Street, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 12h 2m.

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