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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Durham to Preston
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
6 h 15 m
Average duration
6 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
135 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Durham to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Durham to Preston will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
Of the 1 buses that leave Durham 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 135 km distance in an average of 6 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 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.
10:556h15Durham17:10Preston£131One-way0 changes
- 10:556h15Durham17:10Preston£131One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Durham to Preston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Durham to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £102.
Distance: 135 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£30 Average Price Cheapest | £102 Average Price |
7h 15m Average total duration 6h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 28m Average total duration Fastest 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Durham to Preston bus times
The table below shows live departures for Durham to Preston coaches for tomorrow, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:55 Durham | 6h15 | 17:10 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Durham to Preston
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Buses from Durham to Preston run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 05:36, the last at 20:44. The fastest coach covers the 135 km distance in 5h 13m.
Distance 135 km |
Average bus duration 6h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 13m |
First bus 5:36 |
Last bus 20:44 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
FAQs: Durham to Preston coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Durham 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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