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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Northampton to Preston
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
7 h 5 m
Average duration
7 h 30 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
209 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Northampton to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Northampton to Preston will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £28.
Of the 2 buses that leave Northampton for Preston every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 209 km distance in an average of 7 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 55 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 train and coach for Northampton to Preston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Northampton to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £43.
Distance: 209 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£34 Average Price Cheapest | £62 Average Price |
6h 10m Average total duration 5h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Northampton to Preston bus times
The table below shows live departures for Northampton to Preston coaches for today, Thursday 5 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22:25 Northampton | 8h45 | 07:10 Preston | 2 changes | |
| Friday 6 March | |||||
| 10:05 Northampton | 7h05 | 17:10 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Northampton to Preston
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Buses from Northampton to Preston run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:55, the last at 23:20. The fastest coach covers the 209 km distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 209 km |
Average bus duration 5h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 5h 5m |
First bus 00:55 |
Last bus 23:20 |
Bus providers: National Express from Northampton to PrestonYou can travel by bus between Northampton to Preston with National Express for as low as £28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Northampton to Preston coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Northampton 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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