The cheapest and fastest coaches from Dundee to Preston
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
7 h 15 m
Average duration
7 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
300 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Dundee to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dundee to Preston will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.
Of the 1 buses that leave Dundee 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 300 km distance in an average of 7 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 15 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.
6:557h15Dundee14:10Preston£241One-way0 changes
6:557h15Dundee14:10Preston£241One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Dundee to Preston
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Dundee 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 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £41.
Distance: 300 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£39 Average Price Cheapest | £84 Average Price |
6h 10m Average total duration 5h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Dundee to Preston bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dundee to Preston coaches for today, Sunday 5 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:55 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 7h15 | 13:10 Preston, Bus Station | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Dundee to Preston by coach or train
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Why should you book Dundee to Preston coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Megabus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Megabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Scottish Citylink or Ember to find the best option for your trip from Dundee to Preston.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Dundee to Preston.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dundee to Preston
Buses from Dundee to Preston run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 21:35. The fastest coach covers the 300 km distance in 6h 15m.
Distance 300 km |
Average bus duration 5h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 15m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 21:35 |
Bus providers: Megabus, Scottish Citylink, Ember from Dundee to PrestonYou can travel by bus between Dundee to Preston with Megabus, Scottish Citylink, Ember for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Dundee to Preston coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dundee 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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