The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cambridge to Preston
Cheapest price
£34
Average price
£59
Fastest journey
10 h 50 m
Average duration
16 h 4 m
Buses per day
5
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 £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £34.
To travel from Cambridge to Preston you need to make at least one change.










Travel Information
Compare coach and train 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 £32. 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 £32, and a train costs an average of £51.
Distance: 257 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£32 Average Price Cheapest | £88 Average Price |
30h 5m Average total duration 29h 35m 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, Thursday 5 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 19:10 Cambridge | 12h00 | 07:10 Preston | 3 changes | |
| Friday 6 March | |||||
![]() | 01:50 Cambridge | 15h20 | 17:10 Preston | 2 changes | |
![]() | 09:50 Cambridge | 16h35 | 02:25 Preston | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:35 Cambridge | 10h50 | 02:25 Preston | 2 changes | |
![]() | 15:35 Cambridge | 25h35 | 17:10 Preston | 1 change | |
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Compare prices and tickets Cambridge to Preston by coach or train
Compare coach and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cambridge to Preston
Buses from Cambridge to Preston run on average 1 times per day, taking around 29h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £32 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 05:15, the last at 18:49. The fastest coach covers the 257 km distance in 17h 35m.
Distance 257 km |
Average bus duration 29h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 17h 35m |
First bus 05:15 |
Last bus 18:49 |
Bus providers: Megabus from Cambridge to PrestonYou can travel by bus between Cambridge to Preston with Megabus for as low as £32. 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.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- 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.
- 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).
- 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.
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