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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cambridge to Preston
Cheapest price
£41
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
9 h 55 m
Average duration
9 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
257 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cambridge to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to Preston will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £41.
Of the 1 buses that leave Cambridge 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 257 km distance in an average of 9 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cambridge to Preston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £51.
Distance: 257 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£35 Average Price Cheapest | £82 Average Price |
10h 25m Average total duration 9h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cambridge to Preston bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:15 Cambridge | 9h55 | 16:10 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cambridge to Preston
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Buses from Cambridge to Preston run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 05:15, the last at 20:00. The fastest coach covers the 257 km distance in 9h 55m.
Distance 257 km |
Average bus duration 9h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 9h 55m |
First bus 05:15 |
Last bus 20:00 |
Bus providers: Megabus from Cambridge to PrestonYou can travel by bus between Cambridge to Preston with Megabus for as low as £28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cambridge to Preston coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge 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.
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