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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bournemouth to Preston
Cheapest price
£51
Average price
£51
Fastest journey
11 h 55 m
Average duration
11 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
343 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bournemouth to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Preston will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £51.
Of the 1 buses that leave Bournemouth 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 343 km distance in an average of 11 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 55 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.
18:1511h55Bournemouth6:10Preston£511One-way0 changes
- 18:1511h55Bournemouth6:10Preston£511One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bournemouth to Preston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a train costs an average of £77.
Distance: 343 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£49 Average Price Cheapest | £124 Average Price |
11h 9m Average total duration 10h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 19m Average total duration Fastest 4h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Why should you book Bournemouth to Preston coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Bournemouth to Preston.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Bournemouth to Preston.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bournemouth to Preston
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Bournemouth to Preston run on average 3 times per day, taking around 10h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 03:15, the last at 22:35. The fastest coach covers the 343 km distance in 11h 5m.
Distance 343 km |
Average bus duration 10h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 11h 5m |
First bus 3:15 |
Last bus 22:35 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 2 days |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Bournemouth to PrestonYou can travel by bus between Bournemouth to Preston with National Express, Megabus for as low as £31. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bournemouth to Preston coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth 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.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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