Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Bristol, Bus & Coach Station | Preston Bus Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Bristol Uni of West England | Preston Bus Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 14:56 GMT.
Compare 2 ways to travel from Bristol to Preston
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Preston. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average price£23 - £81 | Average duration8h 30m | 6kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average price£16 - £16 | Average duration3h 10m | 11kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Bristol and Preston?
Stops in Bristol
- AMarlborough St, Bristol, City of Bristol BS1, UK
- BStop B, Westbury Rd, Bristol BS9 1FH, UK
- C
The Centre
CC, Zed Alley, Bristol, BS1, United Kingdom - D
Park Avenue
400 Park Ave, Aztec West, Almondsbury, Bristol BS32 4TR, UK - E12-16 Bond St, Bristol BS1 3LU, UK
- F
Cribbs Causeway
Patchway, Bristol BS34, UK
Stops in Preston
- A
Preston City Centre Bus Station
Carlisle St, Preston, Lancashire PR1, UK - B
Preston Bus Stop
296 Aqueduct St, Preston PR1, UK
Compare bus companies
Based on 11400 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £23
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Bristol to Preston
How far is Preston from Bristol by coach?
The journey from Bristol to Preston by coach covers an approximate distance of 160 miles (258 km).
Is there a way to reach Preston from Bristol without a car?
You can reach Preston from Bristol by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bristol to Preston was searched and found on 27 Nov 2025 with a price of £20To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bristol to Preston as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £20 to £48 for a bus ticket from Bristol to Preston based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £20, which is on 2025-11-27.
