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Compare 3 ways to go from Edinburgh to Preston

Bus
Average PriceUS$17 - US$48Average Duration7h
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$20 - US$246Average Duration2h 32m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average PriceUS$21 - US$21Average Duration3h 40m
10kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Edinburgh to Preston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Preston. The journey takes about 2 hours 32 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9train per day
2h 32mAverage Duration
US$20Cheapest ticket
6kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Edinburgh to Preston: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$21
Average Bus Trip Duration7h
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure6:35am
Distance246 km
Latest bus departure11:35am

Edinburgh to Preston Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Edinburgh to Preston.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Edinburgh to Preston.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Preston from Edinburgh, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Edinburgh - Preston

  1. How long does it take to get to Preston from Edinburgh by bus?

    The trip from Edinburgh to Preston will take on average 7h. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Preston in 5h 30m

  2. What is the distance between Edinburgh and Preston?

    It's about 246 km (153 miles) from Edinburgh to Preston.

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Edinburgh to Preston?

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

  4. What is the cheapest way to travel from Edinburgh to Preston?

    Taking the bus is the cheapest option to travel from Edinburgh to Preston. Starting at US$17, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.

  5. How much is the bus from Edinburgh to Preston?

    Taking the bus from Edinburgh to Preston costs on average US$21.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Preston was searched and found on May 7, 2025 with a price of US$16

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Edinburgh to Preston, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$16 to US$44 for a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Preston based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$16 which is on 2025-05-07.

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Bus Travel Tips

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Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Edinburgh to Preston.

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

What's the cheapest way to go from Edinburgh to Preston?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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