Find coaches from Carlisle to Preston

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Next departures from Carlisle to Preston on 1 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National Express
    		Carlisle Bus Station
    		Preston, LancashireNo tags
    Megabus UK
      		Carlisle Parkhouse Rd
      		Preston City Centre Bus StationNo tags
      FlixBus
        		Carlisle (Halston Hotel)
        		Preston Bus StationNo tags
        FlixBus
          		Carlisle (Halston Hotel)
          		Preston Bus StationNo tags
          FlixBus
            		Carlisle (Halston Hotel)
            		Preston Bus StationNo tags

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            Compare 3 ways to travel from Carlisle to Preston

            We recommend carpooling

            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$14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            1carpool per day
            1h 40mAverage duration
            79 milesDistance
            5kgCO₂ emissions
            Bus
            		Average priceUS$20 - US$77Average duration2h 25m
            3kg CO₂e
            Train
            		Average priceUS$13 - US$86Average duration1h 11m
            3kg CO₂e
            Carpool
            		Average priceUS$14 - US$14Average duration1h 40m
            5kg CO₂e

            Bus Carlisle to Preston: Trip Overview

            Average ticket priceUS$28
            Average bus trip duration2h 25m
            Number of daily buses1
            Earliest bus departure00:50
            Distance79 miles
            Latest bus departure12:40

            Carlisle to Preston Bus

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip Carlisle - Preston

            1. How far is Preston from Carlisle by coach?

              The journey from Carlisle to Preston by coach covers an approximate distance of 79 miles (127 km).

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

              You can reach Preston from Carlisle 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.

            Best price found
            30/10
            US$21
            31/10
            US$73
            Today
            US$27
            02/11
            US$43
            03/11
            US$17
            04/11
            US$17
            05/11
            US$17
            06/11
            US$17
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Carlisle to Preston was searched and found on 4 Nov 2025 with a price of US$17

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

            You can expect to pay from US$17 to US$73 for a bus ticket from Carlisle to Preston based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$17, which is on 2025-11-04.

            Usually FlixBus, 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

            Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Carlisle and Preston!

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

            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 Carlisle to Preston.

            Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Carlisle to Preston, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

            Did you know?

            It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

            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.

            Will you be returning to Carlisle by bus?

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