4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Preston to London
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£36
Fastest journey
6 h 10 m
Average duration
7 h 20 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
306 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Preston to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to London will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
Of the 6 buses that leave Preston for London every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 306 km distance in an average of 7 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 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.
NX181 · NX540
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Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Preston to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a flight costs an average of £72.
Distance: 306 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£32 Average Price Cheapest | £90 Average Price | £182 Average Price |
7h 19m Average total duration 6h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Preston to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to London coaches for today, Tuesday 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RL152 · NX540 · NX540 | On time 06:47 Preston, Bus Station | 9h18 | 16:05 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2 changes | |
| RL152 · NX540 · NX540 | On time 09:35 Preston, Bus Station | 8h55 | 18:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus | 14:15 Preston, Bus Station | 6h45 | 21:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:15 Preston, Bus Station | 6h10 | 20:25 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 26 November | |||||
| NX181 · NX540 | 03:15 Preston, Bus Station | 7h05 | 10:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Preston to London
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Buses from Preston to London run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:40, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 306 km distance in 6h 10m.
Distance 306 km |
Average bus duration 6h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 10m |
First bus 00:40 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus from Preston to LondonYou can travel by bus between Preston to London with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Preston to London
Most buses from Preston to London Victoria are direct services, but occasionally there is a change in Manchester. The fastest journey time is around 6 hours, but late night buses that run through the night can take around 7 hours 45 minutes from place to place. The first bus of the day leaves Preston at roughly 3:00 a.m. Passengers can catch the last bus around 11:00 p.m. During the daytime up to mid-afternoon, buses from Preston to London run every couple of hours. National Express is the service provider on this route.
FAQs: Preston to London coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston to London 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 London, 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 London, Victoria Coach Station, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Preston and London
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- McDonald's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13, 102, 139, 183, 210, 226, 240, 245, 328, 460 metro: Northern
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Bishopsgate.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 23, 26, 76, 133, 388 Metro: Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail
Accessibility- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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