The cheapest and fastest coaches from Preston to Aberdeen
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
8 h 35 m
Average duration
8 h 35 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
378 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Preston to Aberdeen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Aberdeen will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £43.
Of the 1 buses that leave Preston for Aberdeen 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 378 km distance in an average of 8 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 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 train, coach and flight for Preston to Aberdeen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a flight costs an average of £87.
Distance: 378 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£30 Average Price Cheapest | £78 Average Price | £176 Average Price |
7h 54m Average total duration 7h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Preston to Aberdeen bus times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Aberdeen coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 16:15 Preston | 8h35 | 00:50 Aberdeen | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Preston to Aberdeen
Buses from Preston to Aberdeen run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 21:43. The fastest coach covers the 378 km distance in 8h 35m.
Distance 378 km |
Average bus duration 7h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 8h 35m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 21:43 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Megabus from Preston to AberdeenYou can travel by bus between Preston to Aberdeen with FlixBus, Megabus for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Preston to Aberdeen coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston to Aberdeen 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 Aberdeen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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