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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cardiff to Preston
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
9 h
Average duration
10 h
Buses per day
2
Distance
256 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cardiff to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Preston will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
Of the 2 buses that leave Cardiff for Preston every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 256 km distance in an average of 10 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 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 Cardiff to Preston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 256 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£31 Average Price Cheapest | £61 Average Price |
7h 32m Average total duration 7h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cardiff to Preston bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:10 Cardiff | 11h00 | 16:10 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Preston
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Buses from Cardiff to Preston run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 03:15, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 256 km distance in 9h 15m.
Distance 256 km |
Average bus duration 7h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 9h 15m |
First bus 03:15 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Cardiff to PrestonYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to Preston with National Express, Megabus for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cardiff to Preston coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens), which is located around 0.6 miles (988 m) 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.
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