Preston to Motherwell bus

Tue 21 Apr
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Preston to Motherwell

Showing times and prices for 21 Apr

Cheapest price

£0.00

Average price

£-0.01

Fastest journey

4 h 11 m

Average duration

4 h 11 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

239 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Preston to Motherwell is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Fast coaches

To travel from Preston to Motherwell you need to make at least one change.

  • National Express
    2:254h11
    Preston
    6:36Motherwell
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    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for Preston to Motherwell

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Motherwell among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £20, and a coach costs an average of £20.

Distance: 239 km

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Train

£40

Average Price

£39

Average Price

Cheapest

5h 58m

Average total duration

5h 28m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 42m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 12m

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30m

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Live departures

Preston to Motherwell bus times

The table below shows live departures for Preston to Motherwell coaches for today, Monday 20 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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national_express2:25 Preston
4h11
6:36 Motherwell1 change

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Compare prices and tickets Preston to Motherwell by coach, train or flight

Compare coach, train and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Preston to Motherwell

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Buses from Preston to Motherwell run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £20 by train.

There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:25, the last at 23:25. The fastest coach covers the 239 km distance in 3h 55m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £20
Distance
239 km
Average bus duration
5h 28m
Cheapest ticket price
£20
Buses per day
3
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
3h 55m
First bus
2:25
Last bus
23:25
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
21 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £20

FAQs: Preston to Motherwell coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston to Motherwell 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 Motherwell, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Preston to Motherwell can start from as little as £20 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Preston to Motherwell is £40; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Preston to Motherwell is 3h 55m to travel the 239 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Preston to Motherwell leaves at 2:25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Preston to Motherwell leaves at 23:25.
A trip to Motherwell from Preston is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 55m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Preston to Motherwell is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Preston and Motherwell including taking a coach, train and flight.
No, the coach from Preston to Motherwell has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Preston to Motherwell.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Preston to Motherwell.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Preston to Motherwell.
No, luggage for the coach from Preston to Motherwell needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Preston to Motherwell.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Preston to Motherwell.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Preston to Motherwell.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Preston to Motherwell.

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