The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lytham St Annes to Preston
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
38 m
Average duration
43 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
20 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lytham St Annes to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lytham St Annes to Preston will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
Of the 5 buses that leave Lytham St Annes for Preston every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 20 km distance in an average of 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 38 m .
The slowest buses will take 48 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.
6:230h38St Josephs Church7:01Preston£71One-way0 changes
6:530h38St Josephs Church7:31Preston£71One-way0 changes
7:040h43St Josephs Church7:47Preston£71One-way0 changes
7:190h48St Josephs Church8:07Preston£71One-way0 changes
7:410h49St Josephs Church8:30Preston£71One-way0 changes
6:230h38St Josephs Church7:01Preston£71One-way0 changes
6:530h38St Josephs Church7:31Preston£71One-way0 changes
7:040h43St Josephs Church7:47Preston£71One-way0 changes
7:190h48St Josephs Church8:07Preston£71One-way0 changes
8:520h48St Josephs Church9:40Preston£71One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Lytham St Annes to Preston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lytham St Annes to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 20 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£3 Average Price Cheapest | £10 Average Price |
1h 13m Average total duration 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58m Average total duration Fastest 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Lytham St Annes to Preston bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lytham St Annes to Preston coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 15 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:23 St Josephs Church | 0h38 | 7:01 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:53 St Josephs Church | 0h38 | 7:31 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:04 St Josephs Church | 0h43 | 7:47 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:19 St Josephs Church | 0h48 | 8:07 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:41 St Josephs Church | 0h49 | 8:30 Preston | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lytham St Annes to Preston
Buses from Lytham St Annes to Preston run on average 25 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 24 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:13, the last at 21:43. The fastest coach covers the 20 km distance in 36m.
Distance 20 km |
Average bus duration 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Buses per day 25 |
Direct buses 24 |
Fastest bus 36m |
First bus 0:13 |
Last bus 21:43 |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Bus providers: Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire from Lytham St Annes to PrestonYou can travel by bus between Lytham St Annes to Preston with Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire for as low as £3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Lytham St Annes to Preston coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lytham St Annes 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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