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Today20 Jun
Tomorrow21 Jun
Sun22 Jun
from US$11
Mon23 Jun
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Tue24 Jun
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Wed25 Jun
Thu26 Jun
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Fri27 Jun

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 22 June at
    Departure city: Preston
    Departure location: Preston, Lancashire
    Arrival time: 22 June at
    Destination city: Bolton
    Destination location: Bolton Central Bus Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 22 June at
    Departure city: Preston
    Departure location: Preston, Lancashire
    Arrival time: 22 June at
    Destination city: Bolton
    Destination location: Bolton Central Bus Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Preston to Bolton

Bus
Average priceUS$11 - US$13Average duration40m
1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
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Carpool
Average priceUS$6 - US$6Average duration30m
1kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Preston to Bolton

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Bolton. The journey takes about 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
40mAverage duration
US$11Cheapest ticket
1kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Preston to Bolton: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$12
Average bus trip duration40m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure22:20
Distance17 miles

Preston to Bolton Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Preston - Bolton

  1. How far is Bolton from Preston by coach?

    The distance between Preston and Bolton by coach is approximately 18 miles (28 km).

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

    The best way to go from Preston to Bolton without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
18/06
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19/06
US$9
Today
US$11
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22/06
US$9
23/06
US$9
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US$9
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Preston to Bolton was searched and found on 19 Jun 2025 with a price of US$9

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

You can expect to pay from US$9 to US$13 for a bus ticket from Preston to Bolton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$9, which is on 2025-06-24.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Preston to Bolton.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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

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 Preston to Bolton.

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

Did you know?

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

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!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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