4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Ormskirk to Preston
Cheapest price
$0.00
Average price
$2
Fastest journey
1 h 7 m
Average duration
1 h 52 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
25 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ormskirk to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
Of the 3 buses that leave Ormskirk for Preston on Tue, May 12, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 12 the direct buses cover the 25 km distance in an average of 1 h 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 7 m .
On Tue, May 12 the slowest buses will take 2 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
6:23 AM2h25Bus Station8:48 AMPrestonFind prices2 transfers- 7:10 AM2h05Bus Station9:15 AMPrestonFind prices2 transfers
7:02 AM1h07Bus Station8:09 AMPreston$51One-way0 transfers
- 7:02 AM1h07Bus Station8:09 AMPreston$51One-way0 transfers
- 7:10 AM2h05Bus Station9:15 AMPrestonFind prices2 transfers
- 6:23 AM2h25Bus Station8:48 AMPrestonFind prices2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Ormskirk to Preston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ormskirk to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $3, and a bus costs an average of $5.
Distance: 15 miles (25 km)
Compare bus with
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$9 Average price | $4 Average price Cheapest | $7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 19m Average total duration 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m Average total duration Fastest 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ormskirk to Preston:
A train is $4 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Ormskirk to Preston costing on average $9 (€7).
Other travel options to Preston take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 49m.
You'll arrive about -2h -8m sooner (1h 49m by bus vs 41m by car) and save roughly $-1.81 (€-1.44) compared to fuel and tolls ($9 (€7) vs $7 (€5)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Live departures
Ormskirk to Preston bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ormskirk to Preston buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, May 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:23 AM Bus Station | 2h25 | 8:48 AM Preston | 2 transfers | |
| 7:02 AM Bus Station | 1h07 | 8:09 AM Preston | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:10 AM Bus Station | 2h05 | 9:15 AM Preston | 2 transfers | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ormskirk to Preston
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Ormskirk to Preston run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) but you can travel from only $3 (€3) by train.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:02, the last at 22:06. The fastest bus covers the 15 miles (25 km) distance in 1h 4m.
Distance 15 miles (25 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 1h 4m |
First bus 6:02 AM |
Last bus 10:06 PM |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Bus providers: Arriva UK, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire from Ormskirk to PrestonYou can travel by bus between Ormskirk to Preston with Arriva UK, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire for as low as $3 (€3). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire
FAQs: Bus from Ormskirk to Preston
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ormskirk to Preston by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Preston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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