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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 FlixBus or National Express for the next days.

today
$36
tomorrow
$46
Friday
$30
Saturday
$38
Sunday
$21
Monday
$24
Tuesday

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 50m 8:30 PM Edinburgh Central bus station 3:20 AM Preston Bus Station  Economy $36

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 50m 8:30 PM Edinburgh Central bus station 3:20 AM Preston Bus Station  Economy $46
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Preston via Ratho, you can save more than $27? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 59%
      6h 27m
      Edinburgh
      8 mi
      7:43 AM
      Ratho
      Newbridge Glasgow Rd Bus Stop
      2:10 PM
      Preston
      Bus Station
      0 mi
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $19
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Preston via Lancaster, you can save more than $19? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      6h 4m
      0
      8:06 AM
      Edinburgh
      Corstorphine Bus Stop
      1:25 PM
      Lancaster
      University
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $22
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      0h 40m
      0
      1:30 PM
      Lancaster
      University
      2:10 PM
      Preston
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $5
    Travel Time is 0h 46m shorter, and you will save $19

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 7h 35m 6:35 AM Edinburgh St Andrew Square 2:10 PM Preston Bus Station  Economy $30
FlixBus 6h 55m 7:15 AM Edinburgh St Andrew's House Station 2:10 PM Preston Bus Station  Economy $30
FlixBus 6h 51m 7:19 AM Edinburgh Princes Street 2:10 PM Preston Bus Station  Economy $30
FlixBus 6h 45m 7:25 AM Edinburgh Haymarket Station 2:10 PM Preston Bus Station  Economy $30
FlixBus 6h 37m 7:33 AM Edinburgh Corstorphine Bus Stop 2:10 PM Preston Bus Station  Economy $31
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Preston via Lancaster, you can save more than $3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      6h 4m
      0
      8:06 AM
      Edinburgh
      Corstorphine Bus Stop
      1:25 PM
      Lancaster
      University
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $22
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      0h 40m
      0
      1:30 PM
      Lancaster
      University
      2:10 PM
      Preston
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $5
    Travel Time is 0h 33m shorter, and you will save $3

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 5m 8:15 PM Edinburgh Central bus station 3:20 AM Preston Bus Station  Economy $38
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Preston via Lancaster, you can save more than $11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      6h 4m
      0
      8:06 AM
      Edinburgh
      Corstorphine Bus Stop
      1:25 PM
      Lancaster
      University
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $22
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      0h 40m
      0
      1:30 PM
      Lancaster
      University
      2:10 PM
      Preston
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $5
    Travel Time is 1h 1m shorter, and you will save $11

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 7h 35m 6:35 AM Edinburgh St Andrew Square 2:10 PM Preston Bus Station  Economy $21
FlixBus 6h 20m 7:50 AM Edinburgh St Andrew's House Station 2:10 PM Preston Bus Station  Economy $21
FlixBus 6h 17m 7:53 AM Edinburgh Princes Street 2:10 PM Preston Bus Station  Economy $21
FlixBus 6h 12m 7:58 AM Edinburgh Haymarket Station 2:10 PM Preston Bus Station  Economy $21
FlixBus 6h 4m 8:06 AM Edinburgh Corstorphine Bus Stop 2:10 PM Preston Bus Station  Economy $22

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 7h 35m 6:35 AM Edinburgh St Andrew Square 2:10 PM Preston Bus Station  Economy $24
FlixBus 6h 55m 7:15 AM Edinburgh St Andrew's House Station 2:10 PM Preston Bus Station  Economy $24
FlixBus 6h 51m 7:19 AM Edinburgh Princes Street 2:10 PM Preston Bus Station  Economy $24
National Express 7h 5m 8:15 PM Edinburgh Central bus station 3:20 AM Preston Bus Station  Economy $46

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Edinburgh to Preston is $18 on 5/12/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


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 5 daily buses from Edinburgh to Preston. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Edinburgh and Preston.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 14 buses from Edinburgh to Preston, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Edinburgh and Preston, with 4 offers.

Facts about the bus from Edinburgh to Preston

Compare all providers like FlixBus and National Express that travel 3 times every day by bus from Edinburgh to Preston in one click! Book your bus ticket from Edinburgh to Preston starting from $18!

Cheapest Bus $18
Fastest Bus 6h 4m
Earliest Bus 8:30 PM
Latest Bus 8:15 PM
Daily Bus Routes 3 Ø
Distance 152.6 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus and National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Edinburgh to Preston

Every day, 3 buses from 2 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 04/29/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 04/26
Monday 04/27
Tuesday 04/28
Wednesday 04/29
$36
Thursday 04/30
$46
Friday 05/01
$30
Saturday 05/02
$38
Sunday 05/03
$22
Monday 05/04
$24
Tuesday 05/05
Wednesday 05/06
Thursday 05/07
Friday 05/08
$46
Saturday 05/09
$24
Sunday 05/10
$32
Monday 05/11
$46
Tuesday 05/12
$18
Wednesday 05/13
$24
Thursday 05/14
$46
Friday 05/15
$19
Saturday 05/16
$20
Sunday 05/17
$28
Monday 05/18
$46
Tuesday 05/19
$46
Wednesday 05/20
$24
Thursday 05/21
$20
Friday 05/22
$46
Saturday 05/23

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 $19, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from Edinburgh to Preston. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $24.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Edinburgh to Preston, with $21. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $36.

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.

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 $18 and takes 7h 35m 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 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $18 and $46. 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 3 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 FlixBus and takes 6h 4m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $22. 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 8:30 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 Edinburgh to Preston?

The latest bus trip departing from Edinburgh for Preston starts at 8:15 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 Edinburgh Preston route?

When traveling by bus from Edinburgh to Preston, passengers can travel with 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: 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.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Edinburgh to Preston?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 3 daily trips between Edinburgh and Preston. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Edinburgh to Preston?

Prices and availability for 3 trips between Edinburgh and Preston change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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.

More bus routes to Edinburgh and to Preston

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