Bus from London to Preston: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from London to Preston on 16 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
MegabusBus
    		Victoria Coach Station
    		Preston City Centre Bus StationCheapest
    FlixbusBus
    		London Finchley Road (Stop CL)
    		Preston Bus StationFastest
    National ExpressBus
      		Victoria Coach Station
      		Preston [Lancs]No tags
      FlixbusBus
      		Victoria Coach Station
      		Preston Bus StationNo tags
      National ExpressBus
        		Victoria Coach Station
        		Preston [Lancs]No tags

        Last refresh of the prices: Today at 07:38 GMT.

        Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Preston

        We recommend carpooling

        Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Preston. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        2carpool per day
        3h 50mAverage duration
        190 milesDistance
        13kgCO₂ emissions
        Bus
        		Average price£18 - £68Average duration6h 25m
        7kg CO₂e
        Train
        		Average price£40 - £332Average duration2h 53m
        7kg CO₂e
        Carpool
        		Average price£18 - £38Average duration3h 50m
        13kg CO₂e

        Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from London to Preston

        Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

        1. How much is the bus ticket from London to Preston?

          The cheapest coach tickets from London to Preston start from £18. The average price for this route is around £27. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

        2. How long is the bus journey from London to Preston?

          The average bus journey time from London to Preston is 6h 25m, covering a distance of 186 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 6h and is operated by FlixBus.

        3. Which bus companies service the London to Preston route?

          Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.

        4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from London to Preston?

          The earliest bus departs from London to Preston at 07:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.

        5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Preston?

          A bus journey from London to Preston produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

        6. Which is the best bus company from London to Preston?

          According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29762 reviews.

        7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from London to Preston?

          Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

        8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from London to Preston?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

        9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from London to Preston?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

        Find cheapest prices for buses

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

        Best price found
        13/12
        £44
        14/12
        £23
        Today
        £24
        16/12
        £21
        17/12
        £21
        18/12
        £25
        19/12
        £30
        20/12
        £30
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Preston was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of £21

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

        You can expect to pay from £21 to £54 for a bus ticket from London to Preston based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £21, which is on 2025-12-16.

        Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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

        busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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