Bus Manchester Airport (MAN) to Preston: Find cheap tickets

Compare all timetables for the shuttles from Manchester Airport to Preston

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

today

$13

tomorrow

$13

Saturday

$13

Sunday

$13

Monday

$13

Tuesday

$13

Wednesday

$13

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	1h 25m	5:45 AM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	7:10 AM	Preston	Bus Station	Economy	$13	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/4/2025 5:45:00 AM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/4/2025 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 25m
National Express	1h 40m	12:45 AM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	2:25 AM	Preston	Bus Station	Economy	$14	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/4/2025 12:45:00 AM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/4/2025 2:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m
National Express	2h 50m	11:35 PM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	2:25 AM	Preston	Bus Station	Economy	$15	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/4/2025 11:35:00 PM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 2:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 50m
National Express	3h 15m	5:35 PM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	8:50 PM	Preston	Bus Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/4/2025 5:35:00 PM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/4/2025 8:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	1h 25m	5:45 AM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	7:10 AM	Preston	Bus Station	Economy	$13	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 5:45:00 AM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 25m
National Express	1h 40m	12:45 AM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	2:25 AM	Preston	Bus Station	Economy	$14	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 12:45:00 AM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 2:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m
National Express	2h 50m	11:35 PM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	2:25 AM	Preston	Bus Station	Economy	$15	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 11:35:00 PM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 2:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 50m
National Express	3h 45m	6:05 PM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	9:50 PM	Preston	Bus Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 6:05:00 PM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	1h 25m	5:45 AM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	7:10 AM	Preston	Bus Station	Economy	$13	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 5:45:00 AM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 25m
National Express	1h 40m	12:45 AM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	2:25 AM	Preston	Bus Station	Economy	$14	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 12:45:00 AM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 2:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m
National Express	2h 50m	11:35 PM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	2:25 AM	Preston	Bus Station	Economy	$15	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 11:35:00 PM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/7/2025 2:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 50m
National Express	3h 15m	5:35 PM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	8:50 PM	Preston	Bus Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 5:35:00 PM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 8:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	1h 25m	5:45 AM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	7:10 AM	Preston	Bus Station	Economy	$13	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/7/2025 5:45:00 AM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/7/2025 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 25m
National Express	1h 40m	12:45 AM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	2:25 AM	Preston	Bus Station	Economy	$14	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/7/2025 12:45:00 AM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/7/2025 2:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m
National Express	2h 50m	11:35 PM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	2:25 AM	Preston	Bus Station	Economy	$15	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/7/2025 11:35:00 PM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 2:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 50m
megabus	1h 45m	2:40 PM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	4:25 PM	Preston	Bus Station	Economy	$26	A Bus from megabus goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/7/2025 2:40:00 PM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/7/2025 4:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	1h 25m	5:45 AM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	7:10 AM	Preston	Bus Station	Economy	$13	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 5:45:00 AM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 25m
National Express	1h 40m	12:45 AM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	2:25 AM	Preston	Bus Station	Economy	$14	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 12:45:00 AM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 2:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m
National Express	2h 50m	11:35 PM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	2:25 AM	Preston	Bus Station	Economy	$15	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 11:35:00 PM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 2:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 50m
megabus	1h 45m	2:40 PM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	4:25 PM	Preston	Bus Station	Economy	$26	A Bus from megabus goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 2:40:00 PM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 4:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	1h 25m	5:45 AM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	7:10 AM	Preston	Bus Station	Economy	$13	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 5:45:00 AM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 25m
National Express	1h 40m	12:45 AM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	2:25 AM	Preston	Bus Station	Economy	$14	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 12:45:00 AM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 2:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m
National Express	2h 50m	11:35 PM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	2:25 AM	Preston	Bus Station	Economy	$15	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 11:35:00 PM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 2:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 50m
National Express	3h 15m	5:35 PM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	8:50 PM	Preston	Bus Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 5:35:00 PM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 8:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	1h 25m	5:45 AM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	7:10 AM	Preston	Bus Station	Economy	$13	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 5:45:00 AM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 25m
National Express	1h 40m	12:45 AM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	2:25 AM	Preston	Bus Station	Economy	$14	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 12:45:00 AM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 2:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m
National Express	2h 50m	11:35 PM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	2:25 AM	Preston	Bus Station	Economy	$15	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 11:35:00 PM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 2:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 50m
megabus	1h 45m	2:40 PM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	4:25 PM	Preston	Bus Station	Economy	$26	A Bus from megabus goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 2:40:00 PM to Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 4:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 45m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Manchester Airport to Preston is $10 on 12/15/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Manchester Airport and Preston

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

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 5 daily buses from Manchester Airport to Preston. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Manchester Airport and Preston.

The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 14 buses from Manchester Airport to Preston, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Manchester Airport and Preston, with 8 offers.

Facts about the bus from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Preston

Compare all providers like National Express and megabus that travel 4 times every day by bus from Manchester Airport to Preston in one click! Book your bus ticket from Manchester Airport to Preston starting from $10!

Cheapest Bus	$10
Fastest Bus	1h 25m
Earliest Bus	12:45 AM
Latest Bus	11:35 PM
Daily Bus Routes	4 Ø
Distance	33.1 miles
Bus Companies	National Express and megabus

Cheapest bus connections from Manchester Airport to Preston

Every day, 4 buses from 2 bus companies leave Manchester Airport for Preston: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/04/2025 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

$13

Friday 12/05

$13

Saturday 12/06

$13

Sunday 12/07

$13

Monday 12/08

$26

Tuesday 12/09

$13

Wednesday 12/10

$26

Thursday 12/11

$13

Friday 12/12

$26

Saturday 12/13

$13

Sunday 12/14

$13

Monday 12/15

$10

Tuesday 12/16

$13

Wednesday 12/17

$13

Thursday 12/18

Friday 12/19

$13

Saturday 12/20

$13

Sunday 12/21

$26

Monday 12/22

$13

Tuesday 12/23

Wednesday 12/24

$13

Thursday 12/25

$11

Friday 12/26

Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from Manchester Airport to Preston

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

With a price starting from $10, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Manchester Airport to Preston. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $13.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Manchester Airport to Preston, with $10. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $16.

How to save money travelling from Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport to Preston are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Manchester Airport to Preston

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

National Express from Manchester Airport to Preston

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

Cheapest Price	$13
Fastest Bus	1h 25m
Earliest Bus	12:45 AM
Last Bus	11:35 PM
Daily Connections	3 Ø
Found on	12/2/2025

All bus stations and stops in Manchester Airport and Preston

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

Airport Bus Station

Terminal Rd S 5

Bus Station

Carlisle St

Bus Station (Stand 27)

Deepdale Stadium

Sir Tom Finney Way

Little Oaks Bus Stop

Little Oaks Little Oaks

Railway Station

Service and Comfort on the bus from Manchester Airport to Preston

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

FAQs about the Manchester Airport to Preston bus

How much does a Manchester Airport Preston bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $10 and takes 1h 25m to reach Preston. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $10 and $26. 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 Manchester Airport to Preston each day?

Every day, the Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport to Preston take?

The fastest shuttle from Manchester Airport to Preston is offered by National Express and takes 1h 25m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $13. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first shuttle from Manchester Airport to Preston?

The earliest bus arriving in Preston from Manchester Airport starts at 12:45 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 shuttle from Manchester Airport to Preston?

The latest bus trip departing from Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport Preston route?

When traveling by shuttle from Manchester Airport to Preston, passengers can travel with National Express 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 Manchester Airport and Preston?

You can check all the direct connections between Manchester Airport 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 megabus.

What can I take with me on the Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport Preston bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a shuttle that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Manchester Airport 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 shuttle from Manchester Airport to Preston on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Manchester Airport and to Preston

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