The cheapest and fastest coaches from Preston to Hamilton
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
3 h 55 m
Average duration
3 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
238 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Preston to Hamilton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Hamilton will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £38.
Of the 1 buses that leave Preston for Hamilton 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 238 km distance in an average of 3 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 55 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 Hamilton
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Preston to Hamilton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £23, and a coach costs an average of £38.
Distance: 238 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£38 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 25m Average total duration 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Preston to Hamilton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Hamilton coaches for tomorrow, Monday 10 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 01:25 Preston | 3h55 | 05:20 Hamilton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Preston to Hamilton
Buses from Preston to Hamilton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £38 but you can travel from only £23 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 01:25, the last at 23:25. The fastest coach covers the 238 km distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 238 km |
Average bus duration 3h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 3h 55m |
First bus 01:25 |
Last bus 23:25 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Preston to HamiltonYou can travel by bus between Preston to Hamilton with National Express, Megabus for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Preston to Hamilton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston to Hamilton 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 Hamilton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Preston, Bus Station, which is located around 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Hamilton, Bus Station (Interchange), located 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre.
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