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Cheap bus tickets from Preston to Glasgow

Showing times and prices for Feb 09

Cheapest

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

Megabus
01:00PM3h50
Preston
04:50PMGlasgow
$151One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
03:35PM3h55
Preston
07:30PMGlasgow
$481One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West Coast
06:04PM4h21
Preston
10:25PMGlasgow
$671One-way
0 transfers

Preston to Glasgow bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Sunday, February 9
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
MegabusMegabus01:00PM Preston3h50 04:50PM Glasgow0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast06:04PM Preston4h21 10:25PM Glasgow0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus03:35PM Preston3h55 07:30PM Glasgow0 transfersDirect

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Bus times from Preston to Glasgow

Showing times and prices for Feb 09

Fastest Journey

3 h 50 m

Average

4 h 2 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

253 km

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

Megabus
01:00PM3h50
Preston
04:50PMGlasgow
$151One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
03:35PM3h55
Preston
07:30PMGlasgow
$481One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West Coast
06:04PM4h21
Preston
10:25PMGlasgow
$671One-way
0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Preston to Glasgow

Buses from Preston to Glasgow run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€10) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
157 miles (253 km)
Average bus duration
4h 3m
Cheapest ticket price
$11 (€10)
Buses per day
3
Direct buses
2
Bus providers
3
Fastest bus
3h 50m
First bus
01:25
Last bus
23:55
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

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

For as little as $11 (€10) you can travel by bus from Preston to Glasgow with Megabus, National Express and FlixBus. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this trip.

National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance bus company operating over 550 buses per day and serving over 900 destinations across the UK. National Express also operates bus services to all major UK airports, such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol, 24 hours a day. All National Express buses have air conditioning and provide free WiFi access along with onboard entertainment. Most buses come with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. For your bus from Preston to Glasgow, you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

Preston to Glasgow bus information with National Express:

  • Average Duration: 28 h 20 min
  • Cheapest Price: $73
  • National Express frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Bus from Preston to Glasgow

FAQs: Take the bus from Preston to Glasgow 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 Glasgow.
FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Preston to Glasgow can start from as little as $11 (€10) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Preston to Glasgow is $17 (€15); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Preston to Glasgow bus time is 3 h 50 min   covering the 157 mile (253 km) long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Preston to Glasgow leaves at 1: 25AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from Preston to Glasgow leaves at 11: 55PM.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Preston to Glasgow without having to change trains with Megabus, National Express or FlixBus. There are 2 direct buses from Preston to Glasgow each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Take the Preston to Glasgow bus with Megabus, National Express or FlixBus. However, it's always good to check out all possible bus companies for the journey between Preston and Glasgow as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

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 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, located 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Glasgow from Preston is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 50 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Preston to Glasgow by bus is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Preston and Glasgow including taking a train or bus.

Popular bus stations from Preston to Glasgow

Preston
Glasgow
The major bus station for departures in Preston is Preston, Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Preston, Bus Station for your trip from Preston to Glasgow.
Preston, Bus Station
The major bus station for arrivals in Glasgow is Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station for your trip to Glasgow from Preston.
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 05:00-23:59
Car connection
Killermont Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station)
  • Coffee Express (in the station)
  • Fast Bites (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
  • Bus: 500, 900, 38, 60A Train: Queen Street Station Metro: Buchanan Street

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