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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Burnley to Preston

Showing times and prices for 21 Jan

Cheapest price

£0.00

Average price

£-0.01

Fastest journey

1 h 25 m

Average duration

1 h 27 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

32 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Burnley to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Fast coaches

Of the 5 buses that leave Burnley 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 32 km distance in an average of 1 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 h 29 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.

The Blackburn Bus Company
06:071h34
Burnley
07:41Preston
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The Blackburn Bus Company
06:071h34
Burnley
07:41Preston
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0 changes
The Blackburn Bus Company
06:321h32
Burnley
08:04Preston
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The Blackburn Bus Company
06:321h47
Burnley
08:19Preston
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The Blackburn Bus Company
07:031h48
Burnley
08:51Preston
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1 change

Live departures

Burnley to Preston bus times

The table below shows live departures for Burnley to Preston coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 21 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 08:31
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
The Blackburn Bus Company06:07 Burnley
1h34
07:41 Preston1 change
The Blackburn Bus Company06:07 Burnley
1h34
07:41 Preston0 changesdirect
The Blackburn Bus Company06:32 Burnley
1h32
08:04 Preston1 change
The Blackburn Bus Company06:32 Burnley
1h47
08:19 Preston0 changesdirect
The Blackburn Bus Company07:03 Burnley
1h48
08:51 Preston1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Burnley to Preston

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Take a bus from Burnley to Preston and enjoy the approximately 32 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:31, the last at 22:53. The fastest coach covers the 32 km distance in 1h 25m.

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 £9
Distance
32 km
Average bus duration
1h 26m
Buses per day
2
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
1h 25m
First bus
04:31
Last bus
22:53
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 £9

Bus providers: National Express, The Blackburn Bus Company from Burnley to PrestonYou can travel by bus between Burnley to Preston with National Express, The Blackburn Bus Company for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

The Blackburn Bus Company

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 25m
The Blackburn Bus Company frequency
50 a day

FAQs: Burnley to Preston coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burnley 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Burnley to Preston can start from as little as £14 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Burnley to Preston is £14; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Burnley to Preston coach travel time is 1 h 18 min   for the 19 mile long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Burnley to Preston leaves at 04: 31. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Burnley to Preston leaves at 23: 08.
Yes, there is 1 direct coach a day from Burnley to Preston with The Blackburn Bus Company. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Burnley to Preston, you can count on National Express or The Blackburn Bus Company for the best way to get you to Preston. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Burnley and Preston and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Burnley, Bus Station, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.8 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.

A day trip to Preston from Burnley is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 18 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Burnley to Preston is December.
You have options as you can travel from Burnley to Preston 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Burnley to Preston has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Burnley to Preston.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Burnley to Preston.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Burnley to Preston, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
  • Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.
  • Use our search filters: Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options.
  • Look for special deals or discounts: Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
  • Start your search now and compare ticket prices to find the best deal!

    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Burnley to Preston.
    No, luggage for the coach from Burnley to Preston needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Burnley to Preston.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Burnley to Preston.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Burnley to Preston.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Burnley to Preston.

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