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Compare 2 ways to travel from Preston to Birmingham

Bus
Average priceUS$15 - US$45Average duration4h 40m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$14 - US$25Average duration1h 50m
6kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Preston to Birmingham

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
1h 50mAverage duration
US$14Cheapest ticket
6kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Preston to Birmingham: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$27
Average bus trip duration4h 40m
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure03:15
Distance95 miles
Latest bus departure22:20

Preston to Birmingham Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Preston to Birmingham. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Preston to Birmingham from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Discover how much the bus trip from Preston to Birmingham will cost you. Use our filters and sorting features to find the cheapest bus tickets or luxury buses.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Preston - Birmingham

  1. How much does it cost to go to Birmingham by bus?

    Coach ticket prices from Preston to Birmingham can start as low as US$15, though the average price for this trip is US$27. The cost of tickets can fluctuate based on factors like the time of day, the company, and the class you choose. To get accurate and up-to-date pricing information, check out all your options on our search tool.

  2. How long is a coach from Preston to Birmingham?

    The coach journey between Preston and Birmingham lasts about 4h 40m. If you're looking for the fastest trip, you can get there in just about 3h 10m. Please be aware that the time it takes for your journey may vary depending on the traffic conditions along the route.

  3. At what time is the first coach from Preston to Birmingham?

    The first coach from Preston to Birmingham leaves at 03:15. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

  4. What's the distance between Preston and Birmingham by coach?

    The journey from Preston to Birmingham by coach covers an approximate distance of 95 miles (154 km).

  5. What is the best way to go from Preston to Birmingham without a car?

    You can reach Birmingham from Preston by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. 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.

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US$16
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09/05
US$20
10/05
US$17
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US$17
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US$17
13/05
US$17
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Preston to Birmingham was searched and found on 6 May 2025 with a price of US$16

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

You can expect to pay from US$16 to US$50 for a bus ticket from Preston to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$17, which is on 2025-05-10.

Usually City Connect 36, 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 Preston and Birmingham!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Preston to Birmingham, get comfy and count the stars.

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

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

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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 bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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