4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Preston to Cambridge
Cheapest price
£73
Average price
£73
Fastest journey
7 h 40 m
Average duration
9 h 33 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
257 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Preston to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Cambridge will cost around £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £73.
To travel from Preston to Cambridge you need to make at least 3 changes.
3:207h40Preston11:00Cambridge£731One-way3 changes- 22:3511h25Preston10:00Cambridge£731One-way3 changes
- 3:207h40Preston11:00Cambridge£731One-way3 changes
- 22:3511h25Preston10:00Cambridge£731One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Preston to Cambridge
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £73. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £73, and a train costs an average of £52.
Distance: 257 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£73 Average Price Cheapest | £75 Average Price |
10h 3m Average total duration 9h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Preston to Cambridge bus times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Cambridge coaches for today, Wednesday 27 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22:35 Preston | 11h25 | 10:00 Cambridge | 3 changes | |
| Thursday 28 May | |||||
| 3:20 Preston | 7h40 | 11:00 Cambridge | 3 changes | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Preston to Cambridge
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Preston to Cambridge run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £73 but you can travel from only £52 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 05:15, the last at 21:00. The fastest coach covers the 257 km distance in 7h 40m.
Distance 257 km |
Average bus duration 9h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £73 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 7h 40m |
First bus 5:15 |
Last bus 21:00 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 4 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Preston to CambridgeYou can travel by bus between Preston to Cambridge with National Express for as low as £52. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Preston to Cambridge coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston to Cambridge 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 Cambridge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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