Glasgow to Preston bus

Fri, Sep 13
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Cheap bus tickets from Glasgow to Preston

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Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Glasgow to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Megabus
10:00AM3h50
Glasgow
01:50PMPreston
$161One-way
0 transfers
Megabus
10:50PM3h15
Glasgow
02:05AMPreston
$311One-way
0 transfers

Bus schedule from Glasgow to Preston

Showing buses for tomorrow, Friday, September 13
Megabus
10:50PM3h15
Glasgow
02:05AMPreston
0 transfers
Megabus
10:00AM3h50
Glasgow
01:50PMPreston
0 transfers

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Bus times from Glasgow to Preston

Showing times and prices for Sep 13

Fastest Journey

3 h 15 m

Average

3 h 32 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

253 km

Of the 2 buses that leave Glasgow for Preston every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Megabus
10:50PM3h15
Glasgow
02:05AMPreston
$311One-way
0 transfers
Megabus
10:00AM3h50
Glasgow
01:50PMPreston
$161One-way
0 transfers

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Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Preston

distanceDistance157 miles (253 km)
durationAverage bus duration3 h 15 min
priceAverage bus ticket price$22 (€19)
frequencyBus frequency3 a day
changesDirect busYes, there are 3 direct buses a day
carriersBus companiesMegabus, National Express or FlixBus

Buses from Glasgow to Preston cover the 157 miles (253 km) long journey taking on average 3 h 15 min with our travel partners like Megabus, National Express or FlixBus. Normally, there are 3 buses operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this route costs around $22 (€19), you can find the cheapest bus ticket for as low as $13 (€11). Travelers depart most frequently from Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station and arrive in Preston, Bus Station.

Bus companies: Megabus, National Express and FlixBus from Glasgow to Preston

You can travel by bus between Glasgow and Preston with Megabus, National Express and FlixBus for as low as $14 (€11). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

Glasgow to Preston bus information with TransPennine Express:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 37 min
  • Cheapest Price: $49

FAQs: Bus from Glasgow to Preston

FAQs: Take the bus from Glasgow to Preston with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Glasgow to Preston.
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Cheap bus tickets from Glasgow to Preston can start from as little as $13 (€11) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Glasgow to Preston is $22 (€19); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Glasgow to Preston is 3 h 15 min   to travel the 157 mile (253 km) long trip, with around there are 3 buses per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Glasgow to Preston leaves at 7: 00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from Glasgow to Preston leaves at 10: 50 PM.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Glasgow to Preston without having to change trains with Megabus, National Express or FlixBus. There are 3 direct buses from Glasgow to Preston each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
When taking a bus from Glasgow to Preston, you can count on Megabus, National Express or FlixBus for the best way to get you to Preston. You can also check all possible bus providers who offer a service to Preston from Glasgow and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Preston, Bus Station, located 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Preston from Glasgow is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 15 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Glasgow to Preston by bus is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Preston from Glasgow including taking a train or bus.

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