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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 30 at
    Departure city: Lancaster
    Departure location: Lancaster University Bus Stop
    Arrival time: April 30 at
    Destination city: Preston
    Destination location: Preston Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $7
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 30 at
    Departure city: Lancaster
    Departure location: Lancaster Bus Station (Night Stand)
    Arrival time: April 30 at
    Destination city: Preston
    Destination location: Preston, Lancashire
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $9
  • Departure time: April 30 at
    Departure city: Lancaster
    Departure location: Lancaster University Bus Stop
    Arrival time: April 30 at
    Destination city: Preston
    Destination location: Preston City Centre Bus Station
    Operated by: MegabusMegabus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $13
Bus Lancaster to Preston: Trip Overview

Bus Lancaster to Preston: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$12
Average bus trip duration40m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure2:40 AM
Distance18 miles (28 km)
Latest bus departure2:10 PM

Lancaster to Preston Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures3
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures2:40AM - 2:10PM
Minimum Price$4
Average Ticket Price$12
Minimum Trip Duration35m
Average Bus Trip Duration40m
Distance18 miles (28 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus, Megabus UK, National Express, Infobus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Lancaster - Preston

You can travel between these two cities by bus or train. The two options are practical and eco-friendly ways to reach Preston. Another option you should consider is using carpooling services, which allow you to share a car ride with other travelers.

The average travel time from Lancaster to Preston is about 40m, but you can get there in as little as 35m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 20 miles (32 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance between the two cities is 20 miles (32 km).

On average, there are 3 daily departures on this route, offered by FlixBus, Megabus UK and National Express. Depending on the day of the week, the number of buses available from Lancaster to Preston may vary. Want to make your bus journey from Lancaster to Preston as easy as possible? Busbud has got you covered! Browse schedules, pick the perfect bus for your travel style and budget - all in one place.

The first bus leaves at 2:40 AM and the last one leaves at 2:10 PM.

The majority of buses traveling from Lancaster to Preston start their journey at Lancaster University Bus Stop and wind up at Preston City Centre Bus Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

Go for the bus if you want the most affordable way to travel this route. $4 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Preston from Lancaster.

The average bus ticket price from Lancaster to Preston is $12. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $4 and $24, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Yes, you can do a day trip from Lancaster to Preston. The round-trip travel time is around 1h 10m. So you'll have plenty of time to discover Preston before making your way back to Lancaster.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

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 Lancaster to Preston.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Lancaster to Preston will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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

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 some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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!

Will you be returning to Lancaster by bus?

Bus from Preston to Lancaster

You can also go to Preston by train

Train from Lancaster to Preston

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