4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Belfast to Preston
Cheapest price
£54
Average price
£54
Fastest journey
13 h
Average duration
13 h
Buses per day
1
Distance
228 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Belfast to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Belfast to Preston will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £54.
To travel from Belfast to Preston you need to make at least one change.
UL923 · NX18114:2013h00Belfast, Grand Central Station3:20Preston, Bus Station£541One-way1 change
- UL923 · NX18114:2013h00Belfast, Grand Central Station3:20Preston, Bus Station£541One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare flight, ferry and coach for Belfast to Preston
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Belfast to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £18, and a coach costs an average of £53.
Distance: 228 km
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| Coach | Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£54 Average Price | £45 Average Price | £35 Average Price Cheapest |
13h 29m Average total duration 12h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 0m Average total duration 8h 0m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Belfast to Preston bus times
The table below shows live departures for Belfast to Preston coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 19 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UL923 · NX181 | 14:20 Belfast, Grand Central Station | 13h00 | 3:20 Preston, Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Belfast to Preston
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Buses from Belfast to Preston run on average 1 times per day, taking around 12h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £53 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 02:25, the last at 14:20. The fastest coach covers the 228 km distance in 12h 55m.
Distance 228 km |
Average bus duration 12h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £53 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 12h 55m |
First bus 2:25 |
Last bus 14:20 |
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FAQs: Belfast to Preston coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Belfast to Preston by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Preston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Belfast and Preston
Most Belfast to Preston buses use the Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street to Preston, Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Belfast and Preston bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street from Belfast city centre
Getting to Preston, Bus Station from Preston city centre
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