Bus Tickets from Preston to Edinburgh

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: January 23 at
    Departure city: Preston
    Departure location: Preston Bus Station
    Arrival time: January 23 at
    Destination city: Edinburgh
    Destination location: Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: January 23 at
    Departure city: Preston
    Departure location: Preston Bus Station
    Arrival time: January 23 at
    Destination city: Edinburgh
    Destination location: 114233
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: January 23 at
    Departure city: Preston
    Departure location: Preston Bus Station
    Arrival time: January 23 at
    Destination city: Edinburgh
    Destination location: 114233
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Preston to Edinburgh: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$20
Average Bus Trip Duration6h 15m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure11:20am
Distance246 km
Latest bus departure4:35pm

Preston to Edinburgh Buses

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Preston to Edinburgh, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Preston - Edinburgh

  1. How long is the trip from Preston to Edinburgh by bus?

    The trip from Preston to Edinburgh will take on average 6h 15m. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Edinburgh in about 6h 10m.

  2. What is the travel distance from Preston to Edinburgh?

    The distance between Preston and Edinburgh is around 246 km (153 miles).

  3. How many buses make the trip between Preston and Edinburgh each day?

    A FlixBus bus travels from Preston to Edinburgh only once a day, at 11:20am. It typically leaves at 11:20am and is operated by FlixBus.

  4. What time does the first bus depart from Preston to Edinburgh, and when is the last one?

    You can catch the first bus starting at 11:20am and the last one until 4:35pm. To ensure a smooth trip, consider arriving at the station early for check-in.

  5. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Preston to Edinburgh?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Preston City Centre Bus Station, in Preston, and end it at Bus Station, in Edinburgh.

  6. What is the cheapest way to travel from Preston to Edinburgh?

    The least expensive option to go from Preston to Edinburgh would be going by bus. With a starting ticket price of US$14, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  7. How much does the bus ticket cost from Preston to Edinburgh?

    Taking the bus from Preston to Edinburgh costs on average US$20.

  8. Is there an overnight bus from Preston to Edinburgh?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Preston until 4:35pm and reaching Edinburgh on the following day.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
01-20
US$12
01-21
US$12
Today
US$12
01-23
US$18
01-24
US$18
01-25
US$12
01-26
US$13
01-27
US$12
%{brand}s logoThe cheapest trip from Preston to Edinburgh was searched and found on Jan 21, 2025 with a price of US$12

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Preston to Edinburgh, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$12 to US$21 for a bus ticket from Preston to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$12 which is on 2025-01-25.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Preston to Edinburgh.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Preston to Edinburgh, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Preston to Edinburgh that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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What's the cheapest way to go from Preston to Edinburgh?

%{brand}s logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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