Bus Tickets from Cardiff to Preston

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Next departures for Cardiff to Preston on October 4
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FlixBus
Lloyd George Avenue
Preston Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus
Lloyd George Avenue
Preston Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus
Lloyd George Avenue
Preston Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus
Lloyd George Avenue
Preston Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus
Cardiff
Preston Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Cardiff to Preston

Bus
Average PriceUS$40 - US$60Average Duration11h
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$27 - US$27Average Duration3h 10m
11kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Cardiff to Preston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Preston. The journey takes about 11 hours, and with fares starting at just US$40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
11hAverage Duration
US$40Cheapest ticket
6kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cardiff to Preston: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$48
Average Bus Trip Duration11h
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure6:10am
Distance255 km

Cardiff to Preston Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cardiff - Preston

  1. What is the travel distance from Cardiff to Preston?

    The distance covered from Cardiff to Preston is 257 km (160 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Cardiff to Preston?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Sophia Gardens, in Cardiff, and end it at Preston City Centre Bus Station, in Preston.

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Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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