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Stranraer to Preston

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Six ways to Travel from Stranraer to Preston

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Cheapest
By car (601 km)
6 h 30 min
601 km.
from $33
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Plane from Stranraer (Isle of Man Airport) to Preston (Stansted Airport)
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Rideshare
6 h 30 min
601 km.
from $7.84
Train
5 h 19 min
195 km.
from $226.27
Bus, Train
5 h 19 min
195 km.
from $86.10
Bus
7 h 25 min
196 km.
from $87.09

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Glasgow to Preston
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$30.38–$43.04

Megabus UK

Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Glasgow to Preston
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.78–$32.91

Stagecoach West Scotland

Phone:
+44 1292 613500
Email:
Website:
stagecoachbus.com
Bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries
Ave. Duration:
2h 29m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.19–$22.78

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Glasgow Central to Preston
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$101.26–$265.81
Train from Carlisle to Preston
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$49.37–$151.89

Translink UK

Phone:
+44 28 9066 6630
Website:
translink.co.uk/
Bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.11–$40.50

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Glasgow to Preston
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$41.77–$59.49

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Stranraer to Ayr
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$24.05–$51.90
Train from Ayr to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$13.92–$32.91
Train from Dumfries to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$31.64

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Glasgow Central to Preston
Ave. Duration:
2h 37m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$50.63–$126.58
Train from Carlisle to Preston
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.85–$69.62

Northern Rail

Phone:
+44 800 200 6060
Email:
Website:
northernrailway.co.uk/
Train from Carlisle to Preston
Ave. Duration:
4h 1m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$20.25–$27.85

West Coast Railways

Phone:
+44 1524 732100
Email:
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 Stranraer to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Preston is to Bus which costs $44.57 - $86.96 and takes 7h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Preston is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs $59.78 - $92.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Stranraer Port Rodie and arriving at Preston Bus Station via Glasgow. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Preston. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Preston via Ayr and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Preston?

The distance between Stranraer and Preston is 465 km. The road distance is 302.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Preston without a car is to train which takes 5h 19m and costs $76.09 - $304.35 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Stranraer to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Preston bus from?

Stranraer to Preston bus services, operated by Translink UK, depart from Stranraer Port Rodie station.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Preston train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Preston?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Preston is to train which takes 5h 19m and costs $76.09 - $304.35 . Alternatively, you can Bus, which costs $44.57 - $86.96 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Stranraer to Preston bus arrive?

Stranraer to Preston bus services, operated by Translink UK, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan station.

Where does the Stranraer to Preston train arrive?

Stranraer to Preston train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Ayr station.

Can I drive from Stranraer to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Preston is 303 km. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Stranraer to Preston.

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

Book your Stranraer to Preston train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Preston?

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