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Compare all timetables for the bus from London to Preston

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

today
$23
tomorrow
$24
Sunday
$30
Monday
$24
Tuesday
$24
Wednesday
$24
Thursday
$24

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
megabus 6h 25m 10:00 AM London Victoria Coach Station 4:25 PM Preston Bus Station (Stand 27)  Basic $23
National Express 6h 45m 7:40 PM London Golders Green Coach Station 2:25 AM Preston Bus Station  Economy $30
National Express 6h 25m 8:00 PM London Victoria Coach Station 2:25 AM Preston Bus Station  Economy $34
FlixBus 6h 40m 10:30 AM London Victoria Coach Station 5:10 PM Preston Bus Station  Economy $38
FlixBus 6h 0m 11:10 AM London Finchley Road Station 5:10 PM Preston Bus Station  Economy $38
  • Did you know that if you travel from London to Preston via Manchester, you can save more than $2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 30m
      0
      11:40 AM
      London
      Finchley Road Station
      4:05 PM
      Manchester
      Moss Lane East Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $13
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      1h 0m
      0
      4:10 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      5:10 PM
      Preston
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
    Travel Time is 0h 30m shorter, and you will save $2

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 45m 7:40 PM London Golders Green Coach Station 2:25 AM Preston Bus Station  Economy $24
National Express 6h 25m 8:00 PM London Victoria Coach Station 2:25 AM Preston Bus Station  Economy $27
FlixBus 6h 40m 10:30 AM London Victoria Coach Station 5:10 PM Preston Bus Station  Economy $28
FlixBus 6h 0m 11:10 AM London Finchley Road Station 5:10 PM Preston Bus Station  Economy $28
National Express 8h 53m 11:57 AM London Marble Arch 8:50 PM Preston Bus Station  Economy $37
  • Did you know that if you travel from London to Preston via Manchester, you can save more than $3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 30m
      0
      11:40 AM
      London
      Finchley Road Station
      4:05 PM
      Manchester
      Moss Lane East Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $13
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      1h 0m
      0
      4:10 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      5:10 PM
      Preston
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
    Travel Time is 0h 30m shorter, and you will save $3

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 45m 7:40 PM London Golders Green Coach Station 2:25 AM Preston Bus Station  Economy $30
National Express 6h 25m 8:00 PM London Victoria Coach Station 2:25 AM Preston Bus Station  Economy $30
National Express 7h 35m 11:35 PM London Golders Green Coach Station 7:10 AM Preston Bus Station  Economy $37
National Express 7h 40m 11:30 PM London Victoria Coach Station 7:10 AM Preston Bus Station  Economy $45
  • Did you know that if you travel from London to Preston via Manchester, you can save more than $12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      6h 10m
      0
      11:00 AM
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      3:50 PM
      Manchester
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $10
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • FlixBus
      1h 0m
      0
      4:10 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      5:10 PM
      Preston
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
    Travel Time is 0h 15m shorter, and you will save $12

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 45m 7:40 PM London Golders Green Coach Station 2:25 AM Preston Bus Station  Economy $24
National Express 6h 25m 8:00 PM London Victoria Coach Station 2:25 AM Preston Bus Station  Economy $24
National Express 7h 35m 11:35 PM London Golders Green Coach Station 7:10 AM Preston Bus Station  Economy $31
National Express 8h 53m 11:57 AM London Marble Arch 8:50 PM Preston Bus Station  Economy $37
National Express 9h 20m 11:30 AM London Golders Green Coach Station 8:50 PM Preston Bus Station  Economy $38
  • Did you know that if you travel from London to Preston via Manchester, you can save more than $6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      6h 10m
      0
      11:00 AM
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      3:50 PM
      Manchester
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $10
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • FlixBus
      1h 0m
      0
      4:10 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      5:10 PM
      Preston
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
    Travel Time is 0h 15m shorter, and you will save $6

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 45m 7:40 PM London Golders Green Coach Station 2:25 AM Preston Bus Station  Economy $24
National Express 6h 25m 8:00 PM London Victoria Coach Station 2:25 AM Preston Bus Station  Economy $24
National Express 8h 53m 11:57 AM London Marble Arch 8:50 PM Preston Bus Station  Economy $37
National Express 9h 50m 11:00 AM London Golders Green Coach Station 8:50 PM Preston Bus Station  Economy $38
National Express 7h 35m 11:35 PM London Golders Green Coach Station 7:10 AM Preston Bus Station  Economy $44
  • Did you know that if you travel from London to Preston via Manchester, you can save more than $6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      6h 10m
      0
      11:00 AM
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      3:50 PM
      Manchester
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $10
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • FlixBus
      1h 0m
      0
      4:10 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      5:10 PM
      Preston
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
    Travel Time is 0h 15m shorter, and you will save $6

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 45m 7:40 PM London Golders Green Coach Station 2:25 AM Preston Bus Station  Economy $24
National Express 6h 25m 8:00 PM London Victoria Coach Station 2:25 AM Preston Bus Station  Economy $24
National Express 7h 35m 11:35 PM London Golders Green Coach Station 7:10 AM Preston Bus Station  Economy $31
National Express 8h 53m 11:57 AM London Marble Arch 8:50 PM Preston Bus Station  Economy $37
National Express 9h 50m 11:00 AM London Golders Green Coach Station 8:50 PM Preston Bus Station  Economy $38
  • Did you know that if you travel from London to Preston via Manchester, you can save more than $6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      6h 10m
      0
      11:00 AM
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      3:50 PM
      Manchester
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $10
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • FlixBus
      1h 0m
      0
      4:10 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      5:10 PM
      Preston
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
    Travel Time is 0h 15m shorter, and you will save $6

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 45m 7:40 PM London Golders Green Coach Station 2:25 AM Preston Bus Station  Economy $24
National Express 6h 25m 8:00 PM London Victoria Coach Station 2:25 AM Preston Bus Station  Economy $24
National Express 9h 50m 11:00 AM London Golders Green Coach Station 8:50 PM Preston Bus Station  Economy $34
National Express 8h 53m 11:57 AM London Marble Arch 8:50 PM Preston Bus Station  Economy $37
National Express 7h 35m 11:35 PM London Golders Green Coach Station 7:10 AM Preston Bus Station  Economy $44
  • Did you know that if you travel from London to Preston via Manchester, you can save more than $6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      6h 10m
      0
      11:00 AM
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      3:50 PM
      Manchester
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $10
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • FlixBus
      1h 0m
      0
      4:10 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      5:10 PM
      Preston
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
    Travel Time is 0h 15m shorter, and you will save $6

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from London to Preston is $23 on 12/5/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between London and Preston

See here how frequent the connections between London and Preston are, during different times and days of the week.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 11 daily buses from London to Preston. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between London and Preston.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 34 buses from London to Preston, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between London and Preston, with 6 offers.

Facts about the bus from London to Preston

Compare all providers like National Express, FlixBus and megabus that travel 8 times every day by bus from London to Preston in one click! Book your bus ticket from London to Preston starting from $23!

Cheapest Bus $23
Fastest Bus 6h 0m
Earliest Bus 10:00 AM
Latest Bus 11:35 PM
Daily Bus Routes 8 Ø
Distance 189.7 miles
Bus Companies National Express, FlixBus and megabus

Cheapest bus connections from London to Preston

Every day, 8 buses from 3 bus companies leave London 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
$30
Saturday 12/06
$24
Sunday 12/07
$30
Monday 12/08
$24
Tuesday 12/09
$24
Wednesday 12/10
$24
Thursday 12/11
$37
Friday 12/12
$33
Saturday 12/13
$37
Sunday 12/14
$30
Monday 12/15
$27
Tuesday 12/16
$30
Wednesday 12/17
$30
Thursday 12/18
$30
Friday 12/19
$40
Saturday 12/20
$45
Sunday 12/21
$40
Monday 12/22
$40
Tuesday 12/23
$34
Wednesday 12/24
$43
Thursday 12/25
Friday 12/26
$57
Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from London to Preston

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from London to Preston, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $23, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from London to Preston. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $30.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from London to Preston, with $23. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $55.

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

Beloved bus companies from London to Preston

These are the most booked bus companies between London to Preston from our users.

National Express from London to Preston

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route London to Preston:

Cheapest Price $24
Fastest Bus 6h 25m
Earliest Bus 11:30 AM
Last Bus 11:35 PM
Daily Connections 7 Ø
Found on 12/4/2025

All bus stations and stops in London and Preston

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from London to Preston

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

FAQs about the London to Preston bus

How much does a London Preston bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $23 and takes 6h 25m to reach Preston. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $23 and $59. 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 London to Preston each day?

Every day, the London to Preston bus route is served by approximately 8 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from London to Preston is offered by FlixBus and takes 6h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $38. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from London to Preston?

The earliest bus arriving in Preston from London starts at 10:00 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 London to Preston?

The latest bus trip departing from London for Preston starts at 11:35 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 London Preston route?

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

Is there a direct bus between London and Preston?

You can check all the direct connections between London 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, FlixBus and megabus.

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

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

Basic
Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy
Economy

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

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