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Bus Edinburgh to Preston: Trip Overview

Bus Edinburgh to Preston: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$19
Average bus trip duration8h 5m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure6:35 AM
Distance153 miles (246 km)
Latest bus departure8:25 AM

Edinburgh to Preston Buses

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Edinburgh to Preston.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Edinburgh to Preston.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Preston from Edinburgh, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures1
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures6:35AM - 8:25AM
Minimum Price$19
Average Ticket Price$19
Minimum Trip Duration6h5m
Average Bus Trip Duration8h5m
Distance153 miles (246 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus, Megabus UK
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Edinburgh - Preston

You can take a bus or a train to go from Edinburgh to Preston. Both are convenient and eco-friendly ways to travel to Preston. Another option is using carpool services and riding with fellow travelers.

Traveling from Edinburgh to Preston takes about 8h 5m on average, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 6h 5m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 153 miles (246 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance separating Edinburgh and Preston is 153 miles (246 km).

About 1 bus travels this route daily, provided by FlixBus and Megabus UK. The number of buses from Edinburgh to Preston can differ depending on the day of the week. Simplify your trip from Edinburgh to Preston by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel needs and budget on Busbud.

The bus service operates between 6:35 AM and 8:25 AM.

If you're headed to Preston from Edinburgh, chances are that your bus will leave from Bus Station and arrive at Preston City Centre Bus Station. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, take the bus. With prices starting at $10, you won't find a more affordable way to get there.

You can expect to pay around $19 for a bus ticket. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $10 to $40, so it's good to do your research before booking.

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The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Preston was searched and found on Apr 19, 2024 with a price of $19

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

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Edinburgh to Preston.

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 Edinburgh to Preston.

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Did you know?

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

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

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

What's the cheapest way to go from Edinburgh to Preston?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time8h 5mAvg Price$19Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time2h 31mAvg Price$59Daily Departures8
Vehicle TypeCarpoolTravel Time4hAvg Price$28Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Edinburgh and Preston is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $19 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $10. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Preston, choose the bus, as it will take you from Edinburgh to Preston in about 2h 31m - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Edinburgh by bus?

Bus from Preston to Edinburgh

You can also go to Preston by train

Train from Edinburgh to Preston

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