How to travel from Bradford to Preston

There are 2 options to travel between Bradford and Preston including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Bradford to Preston is a train with an average price of €12.

This is compared to other travel options from Bradford to Preston:

A train is €7 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bradford to Preston costing on average €19.

The fastest way to travel from Bradford to Preston is by train with an average journey time of 1h 22m.

Other travel options to Preston take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 59m.

The distance from Bradford to Preston is approximately 39 miles (63 km).

The average frequency per day from Bradford to Preston is:

• Around 7 trains per day.
• Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bradford and Preston as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bradford to Preston:

• Trains mostly depart from Bradford Interchange (BDI) and arrive in Preston station (PRE).
• Buses mostly depart from Bradford, Nelson Street N2 and arrive in Preston, Bus Station.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bradford to Preston, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with National Express to go to Preston by bus.
• Travel with Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited to go to Preston by train.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Bradford to Preston:

• 3 direct trains per day with Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited.

Omio customers who travel from Bradford to Preston often also extend their vacation to go to London, Manchester, Glasgow, Edinburgh, London Euston (EUS). Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Preston and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Preston to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

To fully experience Preston's main attractions and local culture, spending 2 to 3 days is typically sufficient.