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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Preston to Bradford
The cheapest option from Preston to Bradford is train, with an average price of £11. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Preston to Bradford among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.
Distance: 63 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£16 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest option |
2h 28m Average total duration 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 54m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Preston to Bradford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Bradford coaches for today, Wednesday 1 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 NX424 · NX170 · RL60 | 22:35 Preston, Bus Station | 8h39 | 7:14 Shipley, Market Square | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Preston to Bradford
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Typically, there are 2 buses per day from Preston to Bradford, including direct buses, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £3 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 01:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 63 km distance in 5h 33m.
Distance 63 km |
Average bus duration 1h 58m |
Lowest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 33m |
First bus 1:30 |
Last bus 23:45 |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
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Best time to book 2 days |
FAQs: Preston to Bradford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston to Bradford 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 Bradford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Preston and Bradford
Most Preston to Bradford buses use the Preston, Bus Station to station pair. Use this guide to compare Preston and Bradford bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Preston, Bus Station from Preston city centre
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