Next departures for Preston to Edinburgh on November 19
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Preston Bus Station
Edinburgh Regent Road
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Preston City Centre Bus Station
Edinburgh Bus Station Gate A-Stance 1
Fastest
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Preston Bus Station
Edinburgh Haymarket Station North (Stop HB)
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Preston Bus Station
Edinburgh Princess Street (Stop PF)
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Preston Bus Station
Drum Brae
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Next departures for Preston to Edinburgh on November 22
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Preston Bus Station
Edinburgh Regent Road
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Preston City Centre Bus Station
Edinburgh Bus Station Gate A-Stance 1
Fastest
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Preston Bus Station
Edinburgh Haymarket Station North (Stop HB)
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Preston Bus Station
Edinburgh Princess Street (Stop PF)
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Preston Bus Station
Edinburgh Zoo North (Stop 1)
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Compare 3 ways to go from Preston to Edinburgh
We recommend taking the train
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 2 hours 33 minutes, and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 11367 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $25
Based on 4274 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Megabus UK ticket prices on this trip start at $63
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Preston to Edinburgh by bus
What is the travel distance from Preston to Edinburgh?
The distance between Preston and Edinburgh is around 246 km (153 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Preston to Edinburgh?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Preston City Centre Bus Station, in Preston, and end it at Bus Station, in Edinburgh.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11-17
$21
11-18
$21
Today
$22
11-20
$24
11-21
$22
11-22
$20
11-23
$22
11-24
$27
The cheapest trip from Preston to Edinburgh was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $20
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Preston to Edinburgh, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $20 to $82 for a bus ticket from Preston to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $20 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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Preston to Edinburgh?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The cheapest trip from Preston to Edinburgh was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $20
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
