The cheapest buses from Preston to London

Showing times and prices for Oct 21

Cheapest

$26

Average

$31

The best way to find a cheap fare is to book your ticket as far in advance as you can and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Preston to London will cost around $ 31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $ 26.

Cheapest
02:45PMPreston6h35 09:20PMLondon
0 changes
$261One-way
2nd Cheapest
03:15AMPreston, Carlisle Street7h40 10:55AMLondon
1 changes
$351One-way

Timetable Preston to London

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03:15AMPreston, Carlisle Street7h40 10:55AMLondon
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02:45PMPreston6h35 09:20PMLondon
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Thu
Oct 21
$106Avanti West Coast
$24Megabus
$279British Airways
Fri
Oct 22
$106Avanti West Coast
$24Megabus
$356British Airways
Sat
Oct 23
$109Avanti West Coast
$24Megabus
$121British Airways
Sun
Oct 24
$106Avanti West Coast
$24Megabus
$139British Airways
Mon
Oct 25
$109Avanti West Coast
$24Megabus
$287British Airways
Tue
Oct 26
$109Avanti West Coast
$24Megabus
$166British Airways
Wed
Oct 27
$109Avanti West Coast
$24Megabus
$128British Airways
Thu
Oct 28
$109Avanti West Coast
$24Megabus
$83British Airways
Fri
Oct 29
$106Avanti West Coast
$24Megabus
$83British Airways
Sat
Oct 30
$71Avanti West Coast
$24Megabus
$110British Airways
Sun
Oct 31
$70Avanti West Coast
$24Megabus
$90British Airways
Mon
Nov 1
$106Avanti West Coast
$24Megabus
$95British Airways
Tue
Nov 2
$95Avanti West Coast
$24Megabus
$85British Airways
Wed
Nov 3
$94Avanti West Coast
$24Megabus
$88British Airways
Thu
Nov 4
$77Avanti West Coast
$24Megabus
$99British Airways
Fri
Nov 5
$72Avanti West Coast
$24Megabus
$82British Airways
Sat
Nov 6
$95Avanti West Coast
$23National Express
$88British Airways
Sun
Nov 7
$70Avanti West Coast
$22National Express
$88British Airways
Mon
Nov 8
$90Avanti West Coast
$22National Express
$112British Airways
Tue
Nov 9
$77Avanti West Coast
$23National Express
$88British Airways

The fastest buses from Preston to London

Showing times and prices for Oct 21

Fastest Journey

6 h 35 m

Average

7 h 7 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

306 km

Of the 2 buses that leave Preston for London every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 306 km distance in an average of 7 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 35 m .

The slowest buses will take 7 h 40 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.

Fastest
02:45PMPreston6h35 09:20PMLondon
0 changes
$261One-way
2nd Fastest
03:15AMPreston, Carlisle Street7h40 10:55AMLondon
1 changes
$351One-way

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Bus Information between Preston and London

distanceDistance189 miles (305 km)
durationAverage bus duration6 h 35 min
priceAverage bus ticket price$24 (€19)
changesDirect busYes
carriersBus companiesNational Express or Megabus

Buses from Preston to London cover the 189 miles (305 km) long journey taking on average 6 h 35 min with our travel partners like National Express or Megabus. There are direct bus services available. While the average ticket price for this route costs around $24 (€19), you can find the cheapest bus ticket for as low as $24 (€19). Travelers depart most frequently from Preston and arrive in London, Victoria Coach Station.

Bus companies

Travel with National Express between Preston and London

National Express buses will get you from Preston to London from $24 (€19). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best bus times and tickets for your trip.

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Find cheap tickets for National Express buses between Preston and London on Omio. Omio can help you find the best bus deals and prices all in one place by showing you the most up-to-date Preston to London bus schedule from National Express, the latest bus ticket offers available and other travel information for the 189 miles (305 km) route between Preston and London, including information on baggage allowance and amenities offered onboard depending on the class fare you pick and choose. If you search for buses between Preston and London in the Omio app, you can check to see if the National Express buses available are mobile tickets, which makes it even more convenient for you to go paperless when traveling. Check the National Express bus schedule for your ideal departure and arrival times, compare the best route available to get to London from Preston and then book a cheap bus with ease. Sit back and enjoy your upcoming bus between Preston and London with National Express!

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  • Exceptions to waive change or cancellation fees policy
  • For journeys between July 1st and October 31, 2020, the following change and refund policies apply:
    • Restricted ticket: One change is allowed free of charge
    • Standard ticket: Full refund or one change is allowed free of charge
    • Fully flexible ticket: Unlimited changes to time or date are allowed
    • All change and refund requests must be made at least 24 hours before the original outbound journey. Partial refunds are not allowed.
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Buses from Preston to London
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FAQs
How much do cheap buses to London from Preston cost?
If you’re looking to save money on tickets, you can find cheap Preston to London buses for as little as $24 (€19)  in the next 7 days.
How much does it cost to take a bus from Preston to London?
If you are looking to buy your bus ticket in the next 7 days, you can expect the Preston to London bus to cost on average $24 (€19)  one way.
How far is Preston to London by bus?
The distance between Preston and London by bus is approximately 189 miles (305 km).
How many hours is the bus time to London from Preston?
The Preston to London bus duration is on average 6 h 35 min, which is to be expected when traveling 189 miles (305 km) between Preston and London. However, the time it takes can vary based on specific dates, weekends, and holidays.
What bus station in Preston goes to London? What bus station do I come into London from Preston?

Omio customers traveling this route book their buses from Preston   to London, Victoria Coach Station.

Where is the departure bus station in Preston located? Where is the arrival bus station in London located?

Passengers board their bus most frequently from Preston and travel around 1 mile (s) / 1 km from the city center to this bus station.

Passengers traveling this route most often arrive at London, Victoria Coach Station and need to travel approximately 1 mile (s) / 2 km from the bus station to the city center in London.

What bus providers offer a service from Preston to London?
If you're looking for buses from Preston to London, you can rely on National Express or Megabus to get you to London. It's also good to check out all possible bus companies for the Preston to London journey to see if there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
Are there any direct buses from Preston to London?
Yes, you can search for direct buses from Preston to London on Omio with Megabus, and you won’t need to transfer at another stop in between. Direct bus services tend to offer more convenience and save you time when traveling to your destination, so it's worth paying attention to before you buy your bus ticket.
When is the earliest bus from Preston to London? When is the last bus from Preston to London?
You can take the earliest bus from Preston to London at 1: 45 PM   or take the last bus from Preston to London leaving at 2: 45 PM. Look for the latest Preston to London bus schedules on Omio and book the best time to take the bus for this route.
How far in advance should I buy a bus ticket from Preston to London to get the best deals?
You can find buses to London from Preston to cost on average $24 (€19) one way if you book within the next 7 days. But we recommend buying bus tickets in advance to score the best deals and save money on your journey. You’ll see tickets for the Preston to London bus generally on sale a few months before the planned travel date.

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