Bus Leeds to Preston - Compare all Companies

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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Leeds to Preston from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.

today

$18

tomorrow

$21

Sunday

Monday

$18

Tuesday

Wednesday

$12

Thursday

$13

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	5h 10m	2:00 AM	Leeds	Bus Station	7:10 AM	Preston	Bus Station	Economy	$18	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Leeds (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 2:00:00 AM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
National Express	5h 5m	4:45 PM	Leeds	Bus Station	9:50 PM	Preston	Bus Station	Economy	$18	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Leeds (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 4:45:00 PM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 5m
National Express	3h 10m	11:15 PM	Leeds	Bus Station	2:25 AM	Preston	Bus Station	Economy	$18	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Leeds (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 11:15:00 PM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 2:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 10m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	5h 50m	3:00 PM	Leeds	Bus Station	8:50 PM	Preston	Bus Station		Economy	$21	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Leeds (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 3:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 8:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
	National Express	3h 10m	11:15 PM	Leeds	Bus Station	2:25 AM	Preston	Bus Station		Economy	$22	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Leeds (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 11:15:00 PM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/7/2025 2:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $22 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	5h 50m	3:00 PM	Leeds	Bus Station	8:50 PM	Preston	Bus Station	Economy	$18	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Leeds (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 3:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 8:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
National Express	3h 10m	11:15 PM	Leeds	Bus Station	2:25 AM	Preston	Bus Station	Economy	$18	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Leeds (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 11:15:00 PM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 2:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 10m
National Express	5h 10m	2:00 AM	Leeds	Bus Station	7:10 AM	Preston	Bus Station	Economy	$21	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Leeds (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 2:00:00 AM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	4h 10m	1:00 PM	Leeds	Bus Station	5:10 PM	Preston	Bus Station	Economy	$12	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Station, Leeds (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 1:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 5:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 10m
National Express	5h 50m	3:00 PM	Leeds	Bus Station	8:50 PM	Preston	Bus Station	Economy	$18	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Leeds (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 3:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 8:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
National Express	3h 10m	11:15 PM	Leeds	Bus Station	2:25 AM	Preston	Bus Station	Economy	$18	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Leeds (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 11:15:00 PM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 2:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 10m
National Express	5h 10m	2:00 AM	Leeds	Bus Station	7:10 AM	Preston	Bus Station	Economy	$24	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Leeds (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 2:00:00 AM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	4h 10m	1:00 PM	Leeds	Bus Station	5:10 PM	Preston	Bus Station	Economy	$13	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Station, Leeds (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 1:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 5:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 10m
National Express	5h 50m	3:00 PM	Leeds	Bus Station	8:50 PM	Preston	Bus Station	Economy	$18	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Leeds (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 3:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 8:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
National Express	3h 10m	11:15 PM	Leeds	Bus Station	2:25 AM	Preston	Bus Station	Economy	$18	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Leeds (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 11:15:00 PM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/12/2025 2:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 10m
National Express	5h 10m	2:00 AM	Leeds	Bus Station	7:10 AM	Preston	Bus Station	Economy	$23	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Leeds (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 2:00:00 AM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Leeds to Preston is $12 on 12/10/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Leeds and Preston

See here how frequent the connections between Leeds and Preston are, during different times and days of the week.

Wednesday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily buses from Leeds to Preston. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Leeds and Preston.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 7 buses from Leeds to Preston, while Night sees the fewest connections between Leeds and Preston, with 4 offers.

Facts about the bus from Leeds to Preston

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 3 times every day by bus from Leeds to Preston in one click! Book your bus ticket from Leeds to Preston starting from $12!

Cheapest Bus	$12
Fastest Bus	3h 10m
Earliest Bus	2:00 AM
Latest Bus	11:15 PM
Daily Bus Routes	3 Ø
Distance	47.2 miles
Bus Companies	National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Leeds to Preston

Every day, 3 buses from 2 bus companies leave Leeds for Preston: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/05/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 11/30

Monday 12/01

Tuesday 12/02

Wednesday 12/03

Thursday 12/04

Friday 12/05

$18

Saturday 12/06

$21

Sunday 12/07

Monday 12/08

$18

Tuesday 12/09

Wednesday 12/10

$18

Thursday 12/11

$13

Friday 12/12

Saturday 12/13

$21

Sunday 12/14

Monday 12/15

Tuesday 12/16

Wednesday 12/17

Thursday 12/18

Friday 12/19

Saturday 12/20

Sunday 12/21

Monday 12/22

Tuesday 12/23

Wednesday 12/24

Thursday 12/25

Friday 12/26

Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from Leeds to Preston

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Leeds to Preston, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $12, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Leeds to Preston. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $21.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Leeds to Preston, with $12. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $18.

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

All bus stations and stops in Leeds and Preston

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

Bus Station

York Street

Seacroft The Green

Kirkgate

Great Wilson Street

Great Wilson St

Headingley

Otley Rd

Bus Station

Carlisle St

Bus Station (Stand 27)

Deepdale Stadium

Sir Tom Finney Way

Railway Station

Wyre Street Bus Stop

Service and Comfort on the bus from Leeds to Preston

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

FAQs about the Leeds to Preston bus

How much does a Leeds Preston bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $12 and takes 4h 10m to reach Preston. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $12 and $24. 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 Leeds to Preston each day?

Every day, the Leeds 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 Leeds to Preston take?

The fastest bus from Leeds to Preston is offered by National Express and takes 3h 10m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $18. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Leeds to Preston?

The earliest bus arriving in Preston from Leeds starts at 2:00 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 Leeds to Preston?

The latest bus trip departing from Leeds for Preston starts at 11:15 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 Leeds Preston route?

When traveling by bus from Leeds 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 Leeds and Preston?

You can check all the direct connections between Leeds 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 Leeds 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 Leeds 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 Leeds 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 Leeds to Preston on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Leeds and to Preston

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Leeds and to Preston. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!