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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bolton to Preston
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
35 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
28 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bolton to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bolton to Preston will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
Of the 1 buses that leave Bolton for Preston 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 28 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 35 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bolton to Preston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bolton to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £9.
Distance: 28 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£10 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 15m Average total duration 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 56m Average total duration Fastest 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bolton to Preston bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bolton to Preston coaches for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX424 | 06:35 Bolton, Interchange | 0h35 | 07:10 Preston, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 6 December | |||||
| 05:35 Bolton | 0h35 | 06:10 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bolton to Preston
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Buses from Bolton to Preston run on average 1 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £2 by train.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:03, the last at 23:54. The fastest coach covers the 28 km distance in 35m.
Distance 28 km |
Average bus duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 35m |
First bus 00:03 |
Last bus 23:54 |
Bus providers: National Express, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, Bee Network from Bolton to PrestonYou can travel by bus between Bolton to Preston with National Express, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, Bee Network for as low as £2. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bolton to Preston coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolton 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bolton, Interchange, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Preston, Bus Station, located 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre.
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