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

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains, Flights and Buses to Preston from Dalkeith. 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!
Flight is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Train
3h 20m
£51
£57
6
Flight
3h 0m
£30
£136
27

What is the cheapest way to reach Preston from Dalkeith?

You can reach Preston with just £30 by taking a Flight from R Airlines, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Thursday
from £52
Friday
from £44
Saturday
from £54
Sunday
from £83
Monday
from £48
Tuesday
from £30
Wednesday
from £31

    Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • ScotRail
    3h 20m
    0
    09:54
    Dalkeith
    Newtongrange Train Station
    13:14
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £52
  • ScotRail
    4h 17m
    0
    10:24
    Dalkeith
    Newtongrange Train Station
    14:41
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £52
  • ScotRail
    3h 23m
    0
    11:23
    Dalkeith
    Newtongrange Train Station
    14:46
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £52
  • ScotRail
    3h 21m
    0
    07:23
    Dalkeith
    Newtongrange Train Station
    10:44
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £69

    Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Ryanair
    6h 5m
    0
    14:55
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    21:00
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £44
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    5h 5m
    0
    15:30
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    20:35
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £79
  • Aer Lingus
    8h 40m
    0
    11:55
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    20:35
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £181
  • Loganair
    14h 20m
    0
    18:30
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    08:50
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £213

    Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • ScotRail
    3h 22m
    0
    07:22
    Dalkeith
    Newtongrange Train Station
    10:44
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £54
  • ScotRail
    3h 23m
    0
    07:52
    Dalkeith
    Newtongrange Train Station
    11:15
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £54
  • ScotRail
    3h 22m
    0
    09:23
    Dalkeith
    Newtongrange Train Station
    12:45
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £54
  • ScotRail
    3h 20m
    0
    09:54
    Dalkeith
    Newtongrange Train Station
    13:14
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £54
  • Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Ryanair
    4h 55m
    0
    17:10
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    22:05
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £96
  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 45m
    0
    07:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    10:45
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £153
  • R Airlines
    3h 40m
    0
    07:05
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    10:45
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £170
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    24h 5m
    0
    20:30
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    20:35
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £198

    Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Ryanair
    4h 0m
    0
    07:50
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    11:50
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £83
  • EasyJet Airline
    4h 0m
    0
    19:30
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    23:30
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £116
  • Loganair
    13h 10m
    0
    18:30
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    07:40
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £210
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    14h 0m
    0
    20:30
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    10:30
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £215

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Ryanair
    5h 25m
    0
    17:25
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    22:50
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £48
  • R Airlines
    8h 5m
    0
    15:05
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    23:10
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £48
  • EasyJet Airline
    6h 35m
    0
    16:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    23:10
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £55
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    19h 55m
    0
    20:30
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    16:25
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £159
  • Cheapest Trains Monday

  • ScotRail
    3h 20m
    0
    09:54
    Dalkeith
    Newtongrange Train Station
    13:14
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £51
  • ScotRail
    4h 17m
    0
    10:24
    Dalkeith
    Newtongrange Train Station
    14:41
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £51
  • ScotRail
    3h 23m
    0
    11:23
    Dalkeith
    Newtongrange Train Station
    14:46
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £51
  • ScotRail
    3h 21m
    0
    07:23
    Dalkeith
    Newtongrange Train Station
    10:44
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £68

    Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • R Airlines
    7h 40m
    0
    09:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    17:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £30
  • Ryanair
    4h 25m
    0
    14:50
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    19:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £31
  • EasyJet Airline
    16h 45m
    0
    07:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    23:45
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £54
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    21h 10m
    0
    13:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    10:30
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £162

    Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • Ryanair
    11h 15m
    0
    07:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    18:35
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £31
  • R Airlines
    16h 5m
    0
    07:05
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    23:10
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £48
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    3h 35m
    0
    20:30
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    00:05
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £66
  • EasyJet Airline
    15h 50m
    0
    07:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    23:10
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £67

What are the fastest trips from Dalkeith to Preston?

You can get to Preston from Dalkeith in just 3h 0m with a Flight from EasyJet Airline. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Thursday
from 3h 20m
Friday
from 3h 0m
Saturday
from 3h 20m
Sunday
from 4h 0m
Monday
from 3h 20m
Tuesday
from 4h 25m
Wednesday
from 3h 35m

    Fastest Trains Thursday

  • ScotRail
    3h 20m
    0
    09:54
    Dalkeith
    Newtongrange Train Station
    13:14
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £52
  • ScotRail
    3h 21m
    0
    07:23
    Dalkeith
    Newtongrange Train Station
    10:44
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £69
  • ScotRail
    3h 22m
    0
    07:52
    Dalkeith
    Newtongrange Train Station
    11:14
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £69
  • ScotRail
    3h 23m
    0
    11:23
    Dalkeith
    Newtongrange Train Station
    14:46
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £52

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 0m
    0
    11:40
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    14:40
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £246
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    5h 5m
    0
    15:30
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    20:35
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £79
  • Ryanair
    6h 5m
    0
    14:55
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    21:00
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £44
  • Aer Lingus
    8h 40m
    0
    11:55
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    20:35
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £181

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • ScotRail
    3h 20m
    0
    09:54
    Dalkeith
    Newtongrange Train Station
    13:14
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £54
  • ScotRail
    3h 22m
    0
    07:22
    Dalkeith
    Newtongrange Train Station
    10:44
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £54
  • ScotRail
    3h 22m
    0
    09:23
    Dalkeith
    Newtongrange Train Station
    12:45
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £54
  • ScotRail
    3h 23m
    0
    07:52
    Dalkeith
    Newtongrange Train Station
    11:15
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £54
  • Fastest Flights Saturday

  • R Airlines
    3h 40m
    0
    07:05
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    10:45
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £170
  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 45m
    0
    07:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    10:45
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £153
  • Ryanair
    4h 55m
    0
    17:10
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    22:05
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £96
  • Aer Lingus
    8h 40m
    0
    11:55
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    20:35
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £351

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Ryanair
    4h 0m
    0
    07:50
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    11:50
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £83
  • EasyJet Airline
    4h 0m
    0
    19:30
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    23:30
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £116
  • Aer Lingus
    8h 40m
    0
    11:55
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    20:35
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £292
  • Loganair
    13h 10m
    0
    18:30
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    07:40
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £210

    Fastest Trains Monday

  • ScotRail
    3h 20m
    0
    09:54
    Dalkeith
    Newtongrange Train Station
    13:14
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £51
  • ScotRail
    3h 21m
    0
    07:23
    Dalkeith
    Newtongrange Train Station
    10:44
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £68
  • ScotRail
    3h 22m
    0
    07:52
    Dalkeith
    Newtongrange Train Station
    11:14
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £68
  • ScotRail
    3h 23m
    0
    11:23
    Dalkeith
    Newtongrange Train Station
    14:46
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £51
  • Fastest Flights Monday

  • Ryanair
    5h 25m
    0
    17:25
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    22:50
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £48
  • EasyJet Airline
    6h 35m
    0
    16:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    23:10
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £55
  • R Airlines
    8h 5m
    0
    15:05
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    23:10
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £48
  • Aer Lingus
    8h 40m
    0
    11:55
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    20:35
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £164

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Ryanair
    4h 25m
    0
    14:50
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    19:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £31
  • Aer Lingus
    4h 30m
    0
    11:55
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    16:25
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £265
  • R Airlines
    7h 40m
    0
    09:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    17:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £30
  • EasyJet Airline
    16h 45m
    0
    07:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    23:45
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £54

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    3h 35m
    0
    20:30
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    00:05
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £66
  • Ryanair
    11h 15m
    0
    07:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    18:35
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £31
  • EasyJet Airline
    15h 50m
    0
    07:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    23:10
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £67
  • R Airlines
    16h 5m
    0
    07:05
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    23:10
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £48
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Dalkeith to Preston

What are the most popular stations in Dalkeith and Preston?

In Dalkeith, you will usually depart from Bus Stop or Newtongrange Train Station, while in Preston you will be arriving at Coach Station, Central Station or Little Oaks Coach Stop, 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 Preston from Dalkeith? With 6 connections between 1 Train, Flight and Bus 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 Dalkeith and Preston, you can pay as low as £30 with a Flight from R Airlines.

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 EasyJet Airline: you will get to Preston in just 3h 0m.

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 Dalkeith and Preston are ScotRail, Ryanair and Eastern Air Lines (2011), 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 Dalkeith and Preston 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 Gorebridge or to Bamber Bridge, and look at flights from Edinburgh Airport, and landing at Blackpool 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 Dalkeith to Preston?

The most popular companies between Dalkeith and Preston, are ScotRail, Ryanair and Eastern Air Lines (2011). Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: ScotRail

Airlines: Ryanair, Eastern Air Lines (2011), Aer Lingus and 3 more.

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

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

FAQs about the trip from Dalkeith to Preston

How can I reach Preston from Dalkeith?

Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Train, Flight and Bus, with which you can get to Preston from Dalkeith.

How far is Preston from Dalkeith?

The distance between Dalkeith and Preston is 237.9 km.

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

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 6 kgs of CO2, a train 8 kgs, a car 40 kgs, and a flight 59 kgs.

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

You can get to Preston with just £30 by taking a Flight from R Airlines.

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

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 Preston in just 3h 0m with a Flight from EasyJet Airline.

More routes to Dalkeith and to Preston

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

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