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Overview: Bus from Southport to Preston
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Take a bus from Southport to Preston and enjoy the approximately 14 miles (23 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest bus runs at 05:30, the last at 20:51.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €12
Distance 14 miles (23 km) |
First bus 5:30 AM |
Last bus 8:51 PM |
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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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €12
Southport to Preston Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire | Departure Time 06:21AM | Arrival Time 07:03AM | Duration 0h42 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 08:47AM | Duration 2h22 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire | Departure Time 06:27AM | Arrival Time 07:39AM | Duration 1h12 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 06:43AM | Arrival Time 08:54AM | Duration 2h11 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire | Departure Time 06:51AM | Arrival Time 07:42AM | Duration 0h51 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire | Departure Time 07:02AM | Arrival Time 08:28AM | Duration 1h26 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire | Departure Time 07:07AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 1h23 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire | Departure Time 07:32AM | Arrival Time 08:36AM | Duration 1h04 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 07:51AM | Arrival Time 10:03AM | Duration 2h12 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire | Departure Time 08:06AM | Arrival Time 09:01AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire | Departure Time 08:13AM | Arrival Time 09:28AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 09:31AM | Duration 0h51 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire | Departure Time 09:18AM | Arrival Time 10:33AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire | Departure Time 09:22AM | Arrival Time 10:16AM | Duration 0h54 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 09:54AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 2h16 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire | Departure Time 09:58AM | Arrival Time 10:47AM | Duration 0h49 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire | Departure Time 10:28AM | Arrival Time 11:17AM | Duration 0h49 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 10:54AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 2h16 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 11:44AM | Duration 0h49 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire | Departure Time 11:24AM | Arrival Time 12:11PM | Duration 0h47 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire | Departure Time 11:32AM | Arrival Time 12:44PM | Duration 1h12 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 11:54AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 2h16 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 01:04PM | Duration 0h49 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire | Departure Time 12:32PM | Arrival Time 01:44PM | Duration 1h12 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 01:34PM | Duration 0h49 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 12:46PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 2h24 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 02:04PM | Duration 0h49 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire | Departure Time 01:32PM | Arrival Time 02:44PM | Duration 1h12 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 02:34PM | Duration 0h49 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 01:57PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 2h13 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 03:04PM | Duration 0h49 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire | Departure Time 02:32PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 1h18 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 03:34PM | Duration 0h49 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 02:57PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 2h18 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 04:04PM | Duration 0h49 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire | Departure Time 03:32PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 1h13 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire | Departure Time 03:52PM | Arrival Time 04:43PM | Duration 0h51 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 03:57PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 2h28 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire | Departure Time 04:22PM | Arrival Time 05:13PM | Duration 0h51 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire | Departure Time 04:47PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 1h13 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire | Departure Time 04:57PM | Arrival Time 05:46PM | Duration 0h49 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Huyton Travel | Departure Time 05:16PM | Arrival Time 07:19PM | Duration 2h03 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 05:46PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 2h14 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire | Departure Time 05:47PM | Arrival Time 06:36PM | Duration 0h49 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 06:58PM | Duration 0h38 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 06:36PM | Arrival Time 08:36PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 07:41PM | Duration 1h01 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire | Departure Time 06:54PM | Arrival Time 07:33PM | Duration 0h39 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire | Departure Time 07:11PM | Arrival Time 07:53PM | Duration 0h42 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €8 |
Complete guide to Preston
Things to do in Preston
Discover the best of Preston — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Preston trip today.
- Recommended
Museum of Lancashire
Museum of Lancashire history with social, military, and industrial displays. A strong introduction to the county's people and stories.
- Recommended
Harris Museum, Art Gallery and Library
Modern university gallery presenting changing contemporary art exhibitions. Worth visiting for fresh work by regional and national artists.
- Recommended
Flag Market
Main civic square framed by major buildings and regular events. A central meeting point and one of Preston's most recognisable public spaces.
- Recommended
Lancaster Canal Towpath
Canal-side walking and cycling route with locks, boats, and long views. Ideal for a relaxed local ramble away from the busiest streets.
- Recommended
Brockholes Nature Reserve
Extensive riverside and wetland area popular for walking, birdlife, and broad open views. A lesser-known escape close to the city.
- Gluten-free
Lancashire Hotpot
Lancashire hotpot is a slow-cooked lamb and onion stew topped with sliced potatoes, long linked with Lancashire home cooking and nearby mill towns.
- Vegetarian
Butter Pie
Butter pie is Preston's best-known savoury pie, filled with potato, onion and butter. It became a Friday staple for local Catholics avoiding meat.
- Vegetarian
Parkin
Parkin is a dark oat, treacle and ginger cake popular across Lancashire, especially in colder months and around Bonfire Night.
Northcote
Elegant fine dining by chef Lisa Goodwin-Allen, known for refined modern British tasting menus and polished service in a country house setting.
Angelo's
Long-established city centre restaurant serving classic Italian dishes in a smart yet relaxed setting. Popular for pasta, seafood and pre-theatre meals.
The Old Black Bull
Traditional Lancashire pub atmosphere with cask ales and hearty British plates. A good place to try regional comfort food in central Preston.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals stay fairly affordable for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up for taxis. Cafes usually do not require tips.
Stagecoach Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2
- Day pass
- £4.80
To the city center
Preston Bus Station -> Preston Railway Station
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 14 min
- Most local buses in Preston accept contactless card payment; buy before boarding only if your operator requires it.
- Preston Bus Station is the main hub for city services; check your operator in advance because fares and tickets vary by company.
FAQs: Bus from Southport to Preston
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southport to Preston 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 Preston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The earliest bus from Southport to Preston leaves at 5:30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Southport to Preston leaves at 8:51 PM.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Southport and Preston including taking a train and bus.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Southport to Preston.
No, the bus from Southport to Preston has no accessibility options.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Southport to Preston.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the bus from Southport to Preston.
No, luggage for the bus from Southport to Preston needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Southport to Preston.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Southport to Preston.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Southport to Preston.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Southport to Preston.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Preston, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing and petty theft, especially in crowded areas like markets and transport hubs. Common scams include overcharging by taxi drivers and bogus charity collectors. Staying aware of surroundings and using licensed transportation can help ensure safety.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
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