Motherwell to Preston bus

Fri 20 Mar
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Motherwell to Preston

Showing times and prices for 21 Mar

Cheapest price

£0.00

Average price

£-0.01

Fastest journey

4 h 34 m

Average duration

4 h 34 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

239 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Motherwell to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Fast coaches

To travel from Motherwell to Preston you need to make at least one change.

First Greater Glasgow
22:464h34
Motherwell
03:20Preston
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1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Motherwell to Preston

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Motherwell to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £23.

Distance: 239 km

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Train

£25

Average Price

Cheapest

£32

Average Price

5h 44m

Average total duration

5h 14m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 45m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 15m

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30m

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Live departures

Motherwell to Preston bus times

The table below shows live departures for Motherwell to Preston coaches for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 21:14
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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First Greater Glasgow22:59 Motherwell
4h21
03:20 Preston1 change

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Motherwell to Preston

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Buses from Motherwell to Preston run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.

There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:25, the last at 23:25. The fastest coach covers the 239 km distance in 3h 50m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
239 km
Average bus duration
5h 14m
Cheapest ticket price
£20
Buses per day
3
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
3h 50m
First bus
01:25
Last bus
23:25
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

FAQs: Motherwell to Preston coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Motherwell 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Motherwell to Preston can start from as little as £20 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Motherwell to Preston is £25; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Motherwell to Preston is 3h 50m to travel the 239 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Motherwell to Preston leaves at 1:25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Motherwell to Preston leaves at 23:25.
A trip to Preston from Motherwell is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 50m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Motherwell to Preston is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Motherwell and Preston including taking a train and coach.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Motherwell to Preston.
No, the coach from Motherwell to Preston has no accessibility options.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Motherwell to Preston.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Motherwell to Preston.
No, luggage for the coach from Motherwell to Preston needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Motherwell to Preston.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Motherwell to Preston.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Motherwell to Preston.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Motherwell to Preston.

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