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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lancaster to Preston
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
35 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
34 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lancaster to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lancaster to Preston will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
Of the 1 buses that leave Lancaster 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 34 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 35 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Lancaster to Preston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lancaster to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £8.
Distance: 34 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£10 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 11m Average total duration 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 48m Average total duration Fastest 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg 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
Lancaster to Preston bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lancaster to Preston coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01:40 Lancaster | 0h35 | 02:15 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lancaster to Preston
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Buses from Lancaster to Preston run on average 1 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £2 by train.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 34 km distance in 35m.
Distance 34 km |
Average bus duration 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 35m |
First bus 01:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express from Lancaster to PrestonYou can travel by bus between Lancaster to Preston with National Express for as low as £2. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Lancaster to Preston coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lancaster 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 Lancaster, Bus Station (Damside Street), which is located around 2.7 miles (4.4 km) 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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