- Edinburgh to Preston buses
Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | Bus | Edinburgh Regent Road | Preston Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
![]() | Bus | Edinburgh Bus Station Gate A-Stance 1 | Preston City Centre Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
![]() | Bus | Bus Station | Preston Bus Station | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | Edinburgh Haymarket Station South (Stop HH) | Preston Bus Station | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | Edinburgh Princess Street (Stop PU) | Preston Bus Station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Edinburgh to Preston
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Preston. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Preston by bus
What is the distance between Edinburgh and Preston?
It's about 246 km (153 miles) from Edinburgh to Preston.
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.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
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 $23 to $52 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 $23 which is on 2025-11-22.
Usually Megabus UK will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.







