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Cheap bus tickets from Preston to Birmingham

Showing times and prices for Sep 26

Cheapest

€16

Average

€28

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

02:25PM3h35

Preston, Carlisle Street

06:00PMBirmingham, Paradise Circus Queensway

€161One-way

0 transfers

02:50PM3h45

Preston, Carlisle Street

06:35PMBirmingham

€221One-way

0 transfers

03:15AM3h10

Preston, Carlisle Street

06:25AMBirmingham, Coach Station

€321One-way

0 transfers

10:25PM3h55

Preston, Carlisle Street

02:20AMBirmingham, Coach Station

€421One-way

0 transfers

Bus schedule from Preston to Birmingham

Showing buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 26

Megabus

04:05AM4h35

Preston

08:40AMBirmingham

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Megabus

06:05AM4h35

Preston

10:40AMBirmingham

0 transfers

FlixBus

01:25PM3h35

Preston

05:00PMBirmingham

0 transfers

Megabus

01:50PM3h45

Preston

05:35PMBirmingham

0 transfers

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Bus times from Preston to Birmingham

Showing times and prices for Sep 26

Fastest Journey

3 h 35 m

Average

3 h 58 m

Buses per day

Distance

153 km

Of the 3 buses that leave Preston for Birmingham every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

01:25PM3h35

Preston

01:25PMBirmingham

€171One-way

0 transfers

01:50PM3h45

Preston

01:50PMBirmingham

€201One-way

0 transfers

04:05AM4h35

Preston

04:05AMBirmingham

€171One-way

0 transfers

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Overview: Bus from Preston to Birmingham

	Distance	94 miles (152 km)
	Average bus duration	3 h 20 min
	Average bus ticket price	$20 (€17)
	Bus frequency	2 a day
	Direct bus	Yes, there are 2 direct buses a day
	Bus companies	National Express, Megabus or Flixbus

Buses from Preston to Birmingham cover the 94 miles (152 km) long journey taking on average 3 h 20 min with our travel partners like National Express, Megabus or Flixbus. Normally, there are 2 buses operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this route costs around $20 (€17), you can find the cheapest bus ticket for as low as $16 (€14). Travelers depart most frequently from Preston, Bus Station and arrive in Birmingham, Coach Station.

Bus providers: National Express and FlixBus from Preston to Birmingham

Travel to Birmingham from Preston from $16 (€14) with Omio’s bus partners National Express and FlixBus! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular trip for you.

National Express is the leading bus company for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 buses a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveler in mind. All National Express buses are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most buses are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the Preston - Birmingham bus: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost bus companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance bus at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

FlixBus from Preston to Birmingham bus information:

Average Duration: 3 h 45 min
Cheapest Price: $16
FlixBus frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Bus from Preston to Birmingham

FAQs: Take the bus from Preston to Birmingham 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 Preston to Birmingham.

Cheap bus tickets from Preston to Birmingham can start from as little as $16 (€14) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Preston to Birmingham is $20 (€17); 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 Preston to Birmingham is 3 h 20 min to travel the 94 mile (152 km) long route, with around there are 2 buses per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from Preston to Birmingham leaves at 6: 05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from Preston to Birmingham leaves at 2: 05 PM.

There are 2 buses a day from Preston to Birmingham which require at least one change with National Express, Megabus or Flixbus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.

For the best Preston to Birmingham bus to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express, Megabus or Flixbus. However, it's always good to check all possible bus companies with services to Birmingham from Preston to compare what amenities they may offer.

When departing from Preston, you have various bus station options to start your journey from including Preston, Bus Station, Preston and Preston, Sir Tom Finney Way (PNE Deepdale Stadium). When arriving in Birmingham, you can end your journey in bus stations like Birmingham, Coach Station, Birmingham, Brunel Street and Birmingham, Paradise Circus Queensway.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Preston, Bus Station, which is located around 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Birmingham, Coach Station, located 2.2 miles (3.5 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Birmingham from Preston is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 20 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a bus from Preston to Birmingham is December.

Yes, you can take a bus between Preston and Birmingham.