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Compare all timetables for the bus from Bristol to Preston

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Bristol to Preston from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.
today
from $38
tomorrow
Sunday
from $31
Monday
from $24
Tuesday
from $22
Wednesday
from $24
Thursday
from $26

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    10h 10m
    0
    9:00 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    7:10 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $38
  • National Express
    6h 40m
    0
    7:45 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    2:25 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $42
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bristol to Preston via Birmingham, you can save more than $8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      8h 35m
      0
      5:50 PM
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      8:00 PM
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $12
      • Waiting Time 3h 0m
    • National Express
      3h 25m
      0
      11:00 PM
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      2:25 AM
      Preston
      Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $18
    Travel time is 1h 55m longer, but you will save $8

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    6h 45m
    0
    7:40 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    2:25 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $31
  • National Express
    10h 10m
    0
    9:00 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    7:10 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $35
  • FlixBus
    7h 40m
    0
    8:50 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    4:30 PM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $52
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bristol to Preston via Birmingham, you can save more than $6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      8h 35m
      0
      5:50 PM
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      8:00 PM
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $8
      • Waiting Time 3h 0m
    • National Express
      3h 25m
      0
      11:00 PM
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      2:25 AM
      Preston
      Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $18
    Travel time is 1h 50m longer, but you will save $6

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    10h 10m
    0
    9:00 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    7:10 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $24
  • National Express
    6h 40m
    0
    7:45 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    2:25 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $28

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    7h 40m
    0
    8:50 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    4:30 PM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $22
  • National Express
    10h 10m
    0
    9:00 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    7:10 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $24
  • National Express
    6h 40m
    0
    7:45 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    2:25 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $26

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    10h 10m
    0
    9:00 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    7:10 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $24
  • National Express
    6h 40m
    0
    7:45 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    2:25 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $26
  • FlixBus
    7h 40m
    0
    8:50 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    4:30 PM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $28
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bristol to Preston via Birmingham, you can save more than $2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      9h 30m
      0
      7:00 AM
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      9:30 AM
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $8
      • Waiting Time 3h 30m
    • FlixBus
      3h 30m
      0
      1:00 PM
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      4:30 PM
      Preston
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $14
    Travel time is 2h 50m longer, but you will save $2

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    6h 40m
    0
    7:45 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    2:25 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $26
  • National Express
    10h 10m
    0
    9:00 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    7:10 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $27
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bristol to Preston via Birmingham, you can save more than $4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      9h 30m
      0
      7:00 AM
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      9:30 AM
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $8
      • Waiting Time 3h 30m
    • FlixBus
      3h 30m
      0
      1:00 PM
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      4:30 PM
      Preston
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $14
    Travel time is 2h 50m longer, but you will save $4

Frequency of bus connections between Bristol and Preston

See here how frequent the connections between Bristol and Preston are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 3 daily buses from Bristol to Preston. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Bristol and Preston.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 12 buses from Bristol to Preston, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Bristol and Preston, with 3 offers.

Facts about the bus from Bristol to Preston

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 2 times every day by bus from Bristol to Preston in one click! Book your bus ticket from Bristol to Preston starting from $22!

Cheapest Bus $22
Fastest Bus 6h 40m
Earliest Bus 7:45 PM
Latest Bus 9:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes 2 Ø
Distance 159.6 miles
Bus Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Bristol to Preston

Every day, 2 buses from 2 bus companies leave Bristol for Preston: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/30/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 05/25
Monday 05/26
Tuesday 05/27
Wednesday 05/28
Thursday 05/29
Friday 05/30
$38
Saturday 05/31
Sunday 06/01
$52
Monday 06/02
$24
Tuesday 06/03
$22
Wednesday 06/04
$24
Thursday 06/05
$26
Friday 06/06
$32
Saturday 06/07
Sunday 06/08
$24
Monday 06/09
$82
Tuesday 06/10
Wednesday 06/11
Thursday 06/12
Friday 06/13
Saturday 06/14
$24
Sunday 06/15
$27
Monday 06/16
$82
Tuesday 06/17
Wednesday 06/18
Thursday 06/19
Friday 06/20
Saturday 06/21

The cheapest time to travel from Bristol to Preston

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Bristol to Preston, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $22, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Bristol to Preston. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $38.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Bristol to Preston, with $22. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $24.

How to save money travelling from Bristol to Preston

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Bristol to Preston in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Bristol to Preston, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Bristol to Preston are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Bristol and Preston

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Bristol and Preston.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Bristol to Preston? Compare all modes of transports from Bristol to Preston.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Bristol to Preston

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Bristol to Preston? Or which bus companies serve the route Bristol to Preston? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Bristol to Preston bus

How much does a Bristol Preston bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $22 and takes 7h 40m to reach Preston. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Bristol to Preston?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $22 and $52. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Preston.

On average, how many connections are available from Bristol to Preston each day?

Every day, the Bristol to Preston bus route is served by approximately 2 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Bristol to Preston take?

The fastest bus from Bristol to Preston is offered by National Express and takes 6h 40m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $42. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Bristol to Preston?

The earliest bus arriving in Preston from Bristol starts at 7:45 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Bristol to Preston?

The latest bus trip departing from Bristol for Preston starts at 9:00 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Bristol Preston route?

When traveling by bus from Bristol to Preston, passengers can travel with National Express and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Preston?

You can check all the direct connections between Bristol and Preston by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Bristol to Preston bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Bristol Preston bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Bristol Preston bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Bristol to Preston on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Bristol to Preston

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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