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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Preston to Bournemouth
Cheapest price
£55
Average price
£55
Fastest journey
10 h 25 m
Average duration
10 h 25 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
343 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Preston to Bournemouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Bournemouth will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £55.
Of the 1 buses that leave Preston for Bournemouth 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 343 km distance in an average of 10 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 25 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 Preston to Bournemouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Bournemouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, and a train costs an average of £36.
Distance: 343 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£48 Average Price Cheapest | £99 Average Price |
10h 30m Average total duration 10h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration Fastest 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Preston to Bournemouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Bournemouth coaches for today, Monday 17 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21:20 Preston | 13h20 | 10:40 Bournemouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:35 Preston | 12h00 | 09:35 Bournemouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 18 November | |||||
| 02:15 Preston | 10h25 | 12:40 Bournemouth | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Preston to Bournemouth
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Buses from Preston to Bournemouth run on average 4 times per day, taking around 10h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £33 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 03:15, the last at 22:35. The fastest coach covers the 343 km distance in 10h 25m.
Distance 343 km |
Average bus duration 10h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 10h 25m |
First bus 03:15 |
Last bus 22:35 |
Bus providers: National Express from Preston to BournemouthYou can travel by bus between Preston to Bournemouth with National Express for as low as £33. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Preston to Bournemouth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston to Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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