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Compare all timetables for the bus from Preston to Bradford

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

today
$18
tomorrow
$21
Sunday
Monday
$18
Tuesday
$18
Wednesday
$18
Thursday
$18

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 20m 3:15 AM Preston Bus Station 9:35 AM Bradford Interchange  Economy $18
National Express 5h 33m 6:47 AM Preston Bus Station 12:20 PM Bradford Interchange  Economy $18
National Express 5h 30m 9:35 AM Preston Bus Station 3:05 PM Bradford Interchange  Economy $18
  • Did you know that if you travel from Preston to Bradford via Manchester, you can save more than $2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 35m
      0
      2:15 PM
      Preston
      Bus Station
      3:20 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
      • Waiting Time 1h 20m
    • National Express
      1h 10m
      0
      4:40 PM
      Manchester
      Coach Station
      5:50 PM
      Bradford
      Interchange
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $8
    Travel Time is 1h 55m 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 20m 3:15 AM Preston Bus Station 9:35 AM Bradford Interchange  Economy $21
National Express 6h 5m 6:15 AM Preston Bus Station 12:20 PM Bradford Interchange  Economy $21
National Express 5h 30m 9:35 AM Preston Bus Station 3:05 PM Bradford Interchange  Economy $21
  • Did you know that if you travel from Preston to Bradford via Manchester, you can save more than $5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 35m
      0
      2:15 PM
      Preston
      Bus Station
      3:20 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
      • Waiting Time 1h 20m
    • National Express
      1h 10m
      0
      4:40 PM
      Manchester
      Coach Station
      5:50 PM
      Bradford
      Interchange
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $8
    Travel Time is 1h 55m shorter, and you will save $5

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 20m 3:15 AM Preston Bus Station 9:35 AM Bradford Interchange  Economy $18
National Express 5h 33m 6:47 AM Preston Bus Station 12:20 PM Bradford Interchange  Economy $18
National Express 5h 30m 9:35 AM Preston Bus Station 3:05 PM Bradford Interchange  Economy $18
  • Did you know that if you travel from Preston to Bradford via Manchester, you can save more than $4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      6h 20m
      0
      2:15 PM
      Preston
      Bus Station
      3:20 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
      • Waiting Time 4h 10m
    • National Express
      1h 5m
      0
      7:30 PM
      Manchester
      Coach Station
      8:35 PM
      Bradford
      Interchange
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $6
    Travel time is 0h 50m longer, but you will save $4

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 20m 3:15 AM Preston Bus Station 9:35 AM Bradford Interchange  Economy $18
National Express 5h 33m 6:47 AM Preston Bus Station 12:20 PM Bradford Interchange  Economy $18
National Express 5h 30m 9:35 AM Preston Bus Station 3:05 PM Bradford Interchange  Economy $18
  • Did you know that if you travel from Preston to Bradford via Manchester, you can save more than $4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      6h 20m
      0
      2:15 PM
      Preston
      Bus Station
      3:20 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
      • Waiting Time 4h 10m
    • National Express
      1h 5m
      0
      7:30 PM
      Manchester
      Coach Station
      8:35 PM
      Bradford
      Interchange
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $6
    Travel time is 0h 50m longer, but you will save $4

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 20m 3:15 AM Preston Bus Station 9:35 AM Bradford Interchange  Economy $18
National Express 5h 33m 6:47 AM Preston Bus Station 12:20 PM Bradford Interchange  Economy $18
National Express 5h 30m 9:35 AM Preston Bus Station 3:05 PM Bradford Interchange  Economy $18
  • Did you know that if you travel from Preston to Bradford via Manchester, you can save more than $4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      6h 20m
      0
      2:15 PM
      Preston
      Bus Station
      3:20 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
      • Waiting Time 4h 10m
    • National Express
      1h 5m
      0
      7:30 PM
      Manchester
      Coach Station
      8:35 PM
      Bradford
      Interchange
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $6
    Travel time is 0h 50m longer, but you will save $4

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 20m 3:15 AM Preston Bus Station 9:35 AM Bradford Interchange  Economy $18
National Express 5h 33m 6:47 AM Preston Bus Station 12:20 PM Bradford Interchange  Economy $18
National Express 5h 30m 9:35 AM Preston Bus Station 3:05 PM Bradford Interchange  Economy $18
  • Did you know that if you travel from Preston to Bradford via Manchester, you can save more than $4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      6h 20m
      0
      2:15 PM
      Preston
      Bus Station
      3:20 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
      • Waiting Time 4h 10m
    • National Express
      1h 5m
      0
      7:30 PM
      Manchester
      Coach Station
      8:35 PM
      Bradford
      Interchange
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $6
    Travel time is 0h 50m longer, but you will save $4

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Preston to Bradford is $18 on 12/2/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Preston and Bradford

See here how frequent the connections between Preston and Bradford are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 3 daily buses from Preston to Bradford. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Preston and Bradford.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 12 buses from Preston to Bradford, while Night sees the fewest connections between Preston and Bradford, with 6 offers.

Facts about the bus from Preston to Bradford

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

Cheapest Bus $18
Fastest Bus 5h 30m
Earliest Bus 3:15 AM
Latest Bus 9:35 AM
Daily Bus Routes 3 Ø
Distance 38.6 miles
Bus Companies National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Preston to Bradford

Every day, 3 buses from 1 bus companies leave Preston for Bradford: 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
$18
Wednesday 12/10
$18
Thursday 12/11
$18
Friday 12/12
Saturday 12/13
$18
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 Preston to Bradford

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Preston to Bradford, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $18, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Preston to Bradford. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $18.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Preston to Bradford, with $18. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $18.

How to save money travelling from Preston to Bradford

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 Preston to Bradford 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 Preston to Bradford, 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 Preston to Bradford are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Preston and Bradford

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Preston to Bradford

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

FAQs about the Preston to Bradford bus

How much does a Preston Bradford bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $18 and takes 5h 33m to reach Bradford. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $18 and $21. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Bradford.

On average, how many connections are available from Preston to Bradford each day?

Every day, the Preston to Bradford 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 Preston to Bradford take?

The fastest bus from Preston to Bradford is offered by National Express and takes 5h 30m. 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 Preston to Bradford?

The earliest bus arriving in Bradford from Preston starts at 3:15 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 Preston to Bradford?

The latest bus trip departing from Preston for Bradford starts at 9:35 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 Preston Bradford route?

When traveling by bus from Preston to Bradford, passengers can travel with 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 Preston and Bradford?

You can check all the direct connections between Preston and Bradford 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.

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

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

Economy
Economy

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

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