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How to Travel from

Galashiels to Preston

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Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
3h 22m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$37.97–$227.84

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$75.95–$329.10

Aer Lingus

Website:
aerlingus.com/
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$202.52–$582.26

Ryanair UK

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$26.58–$265.81

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Halston Hotel to Bus
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$16.46–$22.78
Bus from Carlisle to Preston
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.46–$22.78

Borders Buses

Phone:
01896 754350
Website:
bordersbuses.co.uk/
Bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Chapel
Ave. Duration:
2h 3m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$8.23–$10.76

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Carlisle to Preston
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$49.37–$151.89
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Preston
Ave. Duration:
2h 23m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$101.26–$265.81

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Halston Hotel to Bus
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$27.85–$39.24

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Galashiels to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.92–$31.64

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Carlisle to Preston
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.85–$69.62
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Preston
Ave. Duration:
2h 33m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$50.63–$126.58
Train from Manchester Airport to Preston
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.72–$44.30

Northern Rail

Phone:
+44 800 200 6060
Website:
northernrailway.co.uk/
Train from Carlisle to Preston
Ave. Duration:
4h 1m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$20.25–$27.85
Train from Manchester Airport to Preston
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$11.39–$16.46

West Coast Railways

Phone:
+44 1524 732100
Website:
westcoastrailways.co.uk/
Train from Carlisle to Preston
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Once a week

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Galashiels to Preston is to bus via Preston Bus Station which costs $20.65 - $29.35 and takes 5h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galashiels to Preston is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs $46.74 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Galashiels and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Galashiels to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Galashiels Transport Interchange and arriving at Bus Station via Halston Hotel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Galashiels and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Galashiels to Preston. However, there are services departing from Galashiels and arriving at Preston via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Galashiels to Preston?

The distance between Galashiels and Preston is 242 km. The road distance is 236.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Galashiels to Preston without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 36m and costs $23.91 - $141.30 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Galashiels to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galashiels to Preston bus from?

Galashiels to Preston bus services, operated by Borders Buses, depart from Galashiels Transport Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Galashiels to Preston train from?

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

Train or bus from Galashiels to Preston?

The best way to get from Galashiels to Preston is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs $54.35 - $260.87 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30.43 - $43.48 and takes 5h 47m.

Where does the Galashiels to Preston bus arrive?

Galashiels to Preston bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Chapel Street station.

Where does the Galashiels to Preston train arrive?

Galashiels to Preston train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Galashiels to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Galashiels to Preston is 237 km. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Galashiels to Preston.

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2006+ hotels available in Preston. Prices start at $38.02 per night.
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