4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Preston to Blackburn
Cheapest price
$0
Average price
$-0
Fastest journey
29 m
Average duration
29 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
15 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Preston to Blackburn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
Of the 5 buses that leave Preston for Blackburn on Mon, Dec 22, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct buses cover the 15 km distance in an average of 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 29 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest buses will take 29 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Preston to Blackburn
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Blackburn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €2, and a bus costs an average of €9.
Distance: 9 miles (15 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€9 Average price | €3 Average price Cheapest |
1h 6m Average total duration 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 51m Average total duration Fastest 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Preston to Blackburn bus times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Blackburn buses for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:56 PM Preston | 1h02 | 7:58 PM Blackburn | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:20 PM Preston | 1h02 | 10:22 PM Blackburn | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, December 22 | |||||
| 7:53 AM Preston | 0h35 | 8:28 AM Blackburn | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:55 AM Preston | 0h43 | 8:38 AM Blackburn | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:19 AM Preston | 1h23 | 9:42 AM Blackburn | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:33 AM Preston | 0h29 | 9:02 AM Blackburn | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:58 AM Preston | 0h29 | 9:27 AM Blackburn | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Preston to Blackburn
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Buses from Preston to Blackburn run on average 3 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) but you can travel from only $2 (€2) by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:06, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 9 miles (15 km) distance in 25m.
Distance 9 miles (15 km) |
Average bus duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 25m |
First bus 00:06 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, The Blackburn Bus Company, Preston Bus, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire from Preston to BlackburnYou can travel by bus between Preston to Blackburn with National Express, The Blackburn Bus Company, Preston Bus, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire for as low as $2 (€2). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
The Blackburn Bus Company
Preston Bus
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire
FAQs: Bus from Preston to Blackburn
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston to Blackburn 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 Blackburn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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 Blackburn, Penny Street, located 0.6 miles (1 km) away from the city centre.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Preston to Blackburn, follow these tips:
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- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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