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Today19 Jun
Tomorrow20 Jun
Sat21 Jun
from US$18
Sun22 Jun
Mon23 Jun
from US$18
Tue24 Jun
Wed25 Jun
from US$18
Thu26 Jun

Cheap buses leaving Saturday

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 21 June at
    Departure city: Birmingham
    Departure location: Coach Station
    Arrival time: 21 June at
    Destination city: Preston
    Destination location: Preston, Lancashire
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 21 June at
    Departure city: Birmingham
    Departure location: Coach Station
    Arrival time: 22 June at
    Destination city: Preston
    Destination location: Preston, Lancashire
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 21 June at
    Departure city: Birmingham
    Departure location: Coach Station
    Arrival time: 21 June at
    Destination city: Preston
    Destination location: Preston, Lancashire
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 21 June at
    Departure city: Birmingham
    Departure location: Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street
    Arrival time: 21 June at
    Destination city: Preston
    Destination location: Preston Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 21 June at
    Departure city: Birmingham
    Departure location: Coach Station
    Arrival time: 21 June at
    Destination city: Preston
    Destination location: Preston, Lancashire
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Birmingham to Preston

Bus
Average priceUS$15 - US$43Average duration5h 10m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$13 - US$14Average duration1h 40m
6kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Birmingham to Preston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Preston. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
1h 40mAverage duration
US$13Cheapest ticket
6kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Birmingham to Preston: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$26
Average bus trip duration5h 10m
Number of daily buses6.6875
Earliest bus departure02:00
Distance99 miles
Latest bus departure23:05

Birmingham to Preston Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Birmingham - Preston

  1. How far is Preston from Birmingham by coach?

    The distance between Birmingham and Preston by coach is approximately 95 miles (154 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Preston from Birmingham without a car?

    You can travel to Preston from Birmingham by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
17/06
US$21
18/06
US$15
Today
US$14
20/06
US$16
21/06
US$17
22/06
US$21
23/06
US$16
24/06
US$18
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Birmingham to Preston was searched and found on 19 Jun 2025 with a price of US$14

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

You can expect to pay from US$14 to US$48 for a bus ticket from Birmingham 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 2025-06-23.

Usually National Express 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Birmingham to Preston but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Birmingham to Preston, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Birmingham to Preston will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Birmingham to Preston while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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

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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