How to get from Preston to Aberdeen

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What is the best way to travel from Preston to Aberdeen?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses, Trains and Flights to Aberdeen from Preston. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
8h 35m
£22
£28
1
Train
5h 40m
£103
£111
6
Flight
3h 35m
£112
£225
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What is the cheapest way to reach Aberdeen from Preston?

You can reach Aberdeen with just £22 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Tuesday
Wednesday
from £22
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
from £112
Sunday
from £34
Monday
from £103

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    8h 35m
    0
    17:15
    Preston
    Coach Station
    01:50
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22

    Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    24h 25m
    0
    21:05
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    21:30
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £112
  • Ryanair
    3h 35m
    0
    07:40
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    11:15
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £187
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    16h 55m
    0
    21:05
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    14:00
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £376

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    8h 35m
    0
    17:15
    Preston
    Coach Station
    01:50
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £34

    Cheapest Trains Monday

  • TransPennine Express
    6h 8m
    0
    08:01
    Preston
    Central Station
    14:09
    Aberdeen
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £103
  • TransPennine Express
    6h 18m
    0
    09:03
    Preston
    Central Station
    15:21
    Aberdeen
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £103
  • Avanti West Coast
    5h 55m
    0
    08:14
    Preston
    Central Station
    14:09
    Aberdeen
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £117
  • Avanti West Coast
    5h 40m
    0
    09:41
    Preston
    Central Station
    15:21
    Aberdeen
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £117

What are the fastest trips from Preston to Aberdeen?

You can get to Aberdeen from Preston in just 3h 35m with a Flight from Ryanair. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Tuesday
Wednesday
from 8h 35m
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
from 3h 35m
Sunday
from 8h 35m
Monday
from 5h 40m

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    8h 35m
    0
    17:15
    Preston
    Coach Station
    01:50
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Ryanair
    3h 35m
    0
    07:40
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    11:15
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £187
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    16h 55m
    0
    21:05
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    14:00
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £376
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    24h 25m
    0
    21:05
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    21:30
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £112

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    8h 35m
    0
    17:15
    Preston
    Coach Station
    01:50
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £34

    Fastest Trains Monday

  • Avanti West Coast
    5h 40m
    0
    09:41
    Preston
    Central Station
    15:21
    Aberdeen
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £117
  • Avanti West Coast
    5h 55m
    0
    08:14
    Preston
    Central Station
    14:09
    Aberdeen
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £117
  • Avanti West Coast
    6h 3m
    0
    09:54
    Preston
    Central Station
    15:57
    Aberdeen
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £117
  • TransPennine Express
    6h 8m
    0
    08:01
    Preston
    Central Station
    14:09
    Aberdeen
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £103
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Preston to Aberdeen

What are the most popular stations in Preston and Aberdeen?

In Preston, you will usually depart from Central Station, Coach Station or Little Oaks Coach Stop, while in Aberdeen you will be arriving at Bus Station, Woolmanhill Bus Stop or Central Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Aberdeen from Preston? With 2 connections between 1 Bus, Train and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Preston and Aberdeen, you can pay as low as £22 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Ryanair: you will get to Aberdeen in just 3h 35m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Preston and Aberdeen are Avanti West Coast, FlixBus and TransPennine Express, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Preston and Aberdeen is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Bamber Bridge or to Cults, and look at flights from Blackpool Airport, and landing at Aberdeen Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Preston to Aberdeen?

The most popular companies between Preston and Aberdeen, are Avanti West Coast, FlixBus and TransPennine Express. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: Avanti West Coast and TransPennine Express

Airlines: Eastern Air Lines (2011) and Ryanair

All you need to know when you travel from Preston to Aberdeen

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Preston to Aberdeen. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Preston to Aberdeen

How can I reach Aberdeen from Preston?

Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Bus, Train and Flight, with which you can get to Aberdeen from Preston.

How far is Aberdeen from Preston?

The distance between Preston and Aberdeen is 378.5 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Preston and Aberdeen?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 10 kgs of CO2, a train 13 kgs, a car 64 kgs, and a flight 93 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Preston to Aberdeen?

You can get to Aberdeen with just £22 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Aberdeen in just 3h 35m with a Flight from Ryanair.

More routes to Preston and to Aberdeen

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Preston and to Aberdeen. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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