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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Preston to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
53 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Preston to Manchester Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Manchester Airport will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
Of the 2 buses that leave Preston for Manchester Airport every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 53 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 45 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.
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Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Preston to Manchester Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, and a coach costs an average of £12.
Distance: 53 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£13 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 4m Average total duration 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Preston to Manchester Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Manchester Airport 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX424 | 22:35 Preston, Bus Station | 1h45 | 00:20 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 26 November | |||||
| NX181 | 03:15 Preston, Bus Station | 1h15 | 04:30 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Preston to Manchester Airport
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Buses from Preston to Manchester Airport run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £5 by train.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:15, the last at 22:35. The fastest coach covers the 53 km distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 53 km |
Average bus duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 02:15 |
Last bus 22:35 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Preston to Manchester AirportYou can travel by bus between Preston to Manchester Airport with National Express, Megabus for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Preston to Manchester Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston to Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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