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7:359h35Canterbury17:10Preston£741One-way4 changes
- 7:359h35Canterbury17:10Preston£741One-way4 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Canterbury to Preston
The cheapest option from Canterbury to Preston is coach, with an average price of £36. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Canterbury to Preston among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 377 km
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£36 Average Price Cheapest option | £85 Average Price | £57 Average Price |
9h 56m Average total duration 9h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration 4h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Canterbury to Preston bus times
The table below shows live departures for Canterbury to Preston coaches for today, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| NX007 · NX540 · RL152 | 9:00 Canterbury, Bus Station | 11h50 | 20:50 Preston, Bus Station | 2 changes | |
| NX007 · NX540 · RL152 | 9:10 Canterbury, University Of Kent | 11h40 | 20:50 Preston, Bus Station | 2 changes | |
| NX022 · NX541 · NX181 | On time 16:20 Canterbury, Bus Station | 10h05 | 2:25 Preston, Bus Station | 2 changes | |
| NX022 · NX541 · NX181 | On time 16:30 Canterbury, University Of Kent | 9h55 | 2:25 Preston, Bus Station | 2 changes | |
| NX022 · NX424 | On time 19:55 Canterbury, Bus Station | 11h15 | 7:10 Preston, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX022 · NX424 | On time 20:03 Canterbury, University Of Kent | 11h07 | 7:10 Preston, Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Canterbury to Preston
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Typically, there are 5 buses per day from Canterbury to Preston, including direct buses, taking around 9h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £34 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 03:15, the last at 22:35. The fastest coach covers the 377 km distance in 11h 40m.
Distance 377 km |
Average bus duration 9h 26m |
Lowest ticket price £34 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 11h 40m |
First bus 3:15 |
Last bus 22:35 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Bus providers: National Express from Canterbury to PrestonYou can travel by bus between Canterbury to Preston with National Express for as low as £34. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Canterbury to Preston coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury 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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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury and Preston
Most Canterbury to Preston buses use the Canterbury, University Of Kent to Preston, Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Canterbury and Preston bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Canterbury station do buses to Preston leave from?
Getting to Canterbury, University Of Kent from Canterbury city centre
Canterbury, University Of Kent is 1 km from Canterbury city centre. Public transport options include:
Canterbury, University Of Kent bus station facilities and services
Canterbury, University Of Kent has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility and WC.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located on campus, near the student union.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Canterbury, University Of Kent: Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Canterbury, University Of Kent: Elevators, ramps.
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