Preston to London bus

Tue, Jan 14
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Cheap bus tickets from Preston to London

Showing times and prices for Jan 14

Cheapest

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

Cheapest
FlixBus
02:25PM6h45
Preston, Carlisle Street
09:10PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
$231One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
FlixBus
02:25PM6h10
Preston, Carlisle Street
08:35PMLondon
$231One-way
0 transfers
2nd Cheapest
FlixBus
02:25PM8h45
Preston, Carlisle Street
11:10PMLondon
$251One-way
1 transfer
National Express
03:15AM7h05
Preston, Carlisle Street
10:20AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
$311One-way
1 transfer
National Express
10:20PM8h00
Preston, Carlisle Street
06:20AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
$441One-way
0 transfers

Preston to London bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, January 14
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
National Express
NX181
03:15AM Preston, Carlisle Street7h05 10:20AM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
National Express
RL152
06:47AM Preston, Carlisle Street9h33 04:20PM London, Victoria Coach Station2 transfers
National Express
RL152
09:35AM Preston, Carlisle Street9h15 06:50PM London, Victoria Coach Station2 transfers
FlixBus
FlixBus
02:25PM Preston, Carlisle Street6h45 09:10PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBus
FlixBus
02:25PM Preston, Carlisle Street6h10 08:35PM London0 transfersDirect
FlixBus
FlixBus
02:25PM Preston, Carlisle Street8h45 11:10PM London1 transfer
National Express
NX424
10:20PM Preston, Carlisle Street8h00 06:20AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect

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Bus times from Preston to London

Showing times and prices for Jan 14

Fastest Journey

6 h 10 m

Average

7 h 56 m

Buses per day

7

Distance

306 km

Of the 7 buses that leave Preston for London every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
FlixBus
02:25PM6h10
Preston, Carlisle Street
08:35PMLondon
$231One-way
0 transfers
2nd Fastest
FlixBus
02:25PM6h45
Preston, Carlisle Street
09:10PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
$231One-way
0 transfers
National Express
03:15AM7h05
Preston, Carlisle Street
10:20AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
$311One-way
1 transfer
National Express
10:20PM8h00
Preston, Carlisle Street
06:20AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
$441One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
02:25PM8h45
Preston, Carlisle Street
11:10PMLondon
$251One-way
1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Preston to London

Buses from Preston to London run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 (€13) 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
189 miles (305 km)
Average bus duration
7h 11m
Cheapest ticket price
$14 (€13)
Buses per day
5
Direct buses
3
Bus providers
4
Fastest bus
6h 10m
First bus
00:40
Last bus
23:45
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 London

You can travel by bus from Preston to London with Megabus, National Express and FlixBus for as low as $9 (€8). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

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 London, you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

Preston to London bus information with National Express:

  • Average Duration: 7 h 35 min
  • Cheapest Price: $40
  • National Express frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Bus from Preston to London

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FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Preston to London can start from as little as $14 (€13) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Preston to London is $28 (€25); 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 London bus time is 6 h 10 min   covering the 189 mile (305 km) long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Preston to London leaves at 12: 40AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from Preston to London leaves at 11: 45PM.
Yes, there are 5 direct buses a day from Preston to London with Megabus, National Express or FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
For the best Preston to London bus to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Megabus, National Express or FlixBus. However, it's always good to check all possible bus providers with services to London from Preston to compare what amenities they may 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 London, Victoria Coach Station, located 2.1 miles (3.4 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Preston to London by bus is December.
You have options as you can travel between Preston and London 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.

Popular bus stations from Preston to London

Preston
London
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 London.
Preston, Bus Station
The major bus station for arrivals in London is London, Victoria Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London, Victoria Coach Station for your trip to London from Preston.
London, Victoria Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Car connection
Buckingham Palace Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Pret a Manger (in the station)
  • Starbucks (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for London, Victoria Coach Station
  • Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 00:00-23:59
Car connection
Bath Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Pret a Manger (in the station)
  • Caffè Nero (in the station)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, assistance
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
  • Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)

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