4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Preston to Cambridge
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
10 h 15 m
Average duration
10 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
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 £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.
Of the 1 buses that leave Preston for Cambridge 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 257 km distance in an average of 10 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 15 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 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 £24. 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 £24, and a train costs an average of £65.
Distance: 257 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£32 Average Price Cheapest | £98 Average Price |
10h 26m Average total duration 9h 56m 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, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:15 Preston | 10h15 | 23:30 Cambridge | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Preston to Cambridge
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Buses from Preston to Cambridge run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 04:46, the last at 20:00. The fastest coach covers the 257 km distance in 7h 40m.
Distance 257 km |
Average bus duration 9h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 7h 40m |
First bus 04:46 |
Last bus 20:00 |
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.
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