Bus from Edinburgh to Preston from $17

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Compare all timetables for the bus from Edinburgh to Preston

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Edinburgh to Preston from various bus operators like TransPennine Express, FlixBus or National Express for the next days.
today
from $18
tomorrow
from $17
Friday
from $51
Saturday
from $23
Sunday
from $51
Monday
Tuesday
from $18

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    7h 45m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    2:20 PM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $18
  • FlixBus
    7h 0m
    0
    7:20 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    2:20 PM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $18

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    7h 45m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    2:20 PM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $17
  • FlixBus
    7h 0m
    0
    7:20 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    2:20 PM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $17

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    8:50 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    3:15 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $51
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Preston via Glasgow, you can save more than $30? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 30m
      0
      8:50 AM
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew's House Station
      10:10 AM
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $7
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • FlixBus
      3h 50m
      0
      10:30 AM
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      2:20 PM
      Preston
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $14
    Travel Time is 0h 55m shorter, and you will save $30

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    7h 45m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    2:20 PM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $23
  • FlixBus
    6h 30m
    0
    7:50 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    2:20 PM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $24
  • TransPennine Express
    4h 37m
    0
    4:30 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    9:07 AM
    Preston
    Wyre Street Bus Stop
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    $72
  • TransPennine Express
    4h 37m
    0
    5:30 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    10:07 AM
    Preston
    Wyre Street Bus Stop
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    $72
  • TransPennine Express
    5h 0m
    0
    4:30 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    9:30 AM
    Preston
    Lostock Hall Train Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    $73
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Preston via Glasgow, you can save more than $2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 30m
      0
      8:50 AM
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew's House Station
      10:10 AM
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $7
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • FlixBus
      3h 50m
      0
      10:30 AM
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      2:20 PM
      Preston
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $14
    Travel time is 0h 53m longer, but you will save $2

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    6h 55m
    0
    8:20 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    3:15 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $51
  • TransPennine Express
    4h 15m
    0
    8:30 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    12:45 PM
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    $57
  • TransPennine Express
    4h 15m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    2:45 PM
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    $57
  • TransPennine Express
    4h 34m
    0
    8:30 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    1:04 PM
    Preston
    Wyre Street Bus Stop
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    $62
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Preston via Glasgow, you can save more than $30? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 30m
      0
      8:50 AM
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew's House Station
      10:10 AM
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $7
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • FlixBus
      3h 50m
      0
      10:30 AM
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      2:20 PM
      Preston
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $14
    Travel time is 1h 15m longer, but you will save $30

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    7h 45m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    2:20 PM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $18
  • FlixBus
    7h 0m
    0
    7:20 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    2:20 PM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $18

Frequency of bus connections between Edinburgh and Preston

See here how frequent the connections between Edinburgh and Preston are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 11 daily buses from Edinburgh to Preston. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Edinburgh and Preston.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 18 buses from Edinburgh to Preston, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Edinburgh and Preston, with 2 offers.

Facts about the bus from Edinburgh to Preston

Compare all providers like TransPennine Express, FlixBus and National Express that travel 4 times every day by bus from Edinburgh to Preston in one click! Book your bus ticket from Edinburgh to Preston starting from $17!

Cheapest Bus $17
Fastest Bus 4h 14m
Earliest Bus 6:35 AM
Latest Bus 7:20 AM
Daily Bus Routes 4 Ø
Distance 152.6 miles
Bus Companies TransPennine Express, FlixBus and National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Edinburgh to Preston

Every day, 4 buses from 3 bus companies leave Edinburgh for Preston: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/28/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 05/25
Monday 05/26
Tuesday 05/27
Wednesday 05/28
$18
Thursday 05/29
$17
Friday 05/30
$51
Saturday 05/31
$79
Sunday 06/01
$51
Monday 06/02
Tuesday 06/03
$18
Wednesday 06/04
$17
Thursday 06/05
Friday 06/06
$40
Saturday 06/07
Sunday 06/08
$40
Monday 06/09
Tuesday 06/10
$17
Wednesday 06/11
$14
Thursday 06/12
Friday 06/13
$17
Saturday 06/14
Sunday 06/15
$40
Monday 06/16
$17
Tuesday 06/17
Wednesday 06/18
$15
Thursday 06/19
Friday 06/20
$17
Saturday 06/21

The cheapest time to travel from Edinburgh to Preston

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Edinburgh to Preston, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $17, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Edinburgh to Preston. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $51.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Edinburgh to Preston, with $17. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $72.

How to save money travelling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Preston are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Edinburgh and Preston

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Preston? Compare all modes of transports from Edinburgh to Preston.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Edinburgh to Preston

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

FAQs about the Edinburgh to Preston bus

How much does a Edinburgh Preston bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $17 and takes 7h 45m to reach Preston. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $17 and $73. 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 Edinburgh to Preston each day?

Every day, the Edinburgh to Preston bus route is served by approximately 4 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Edinburgh to Preston is offered by TransPennine Express and takes 4h 14m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $63. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Edinburgh to Preston?

The earliest bus arriving in Preston from Edinburgh starts at 6:35 AM. 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 Edinburgh to Preston?

The latest bus trip departing from Edinburgh for Preston starts at 7:20 AM. 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 Edinburgh Preston route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Preston?

You can check all the direct connections between Edinburgh 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: TransPennine Express, FlixBus and National Express.

What can I take with me on the Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Preston on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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