The cheapest and fastest coaches from Preston to Motherwell
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
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.
To travel from Preston to Motherwell you need to make at least one change.
2:254h11Preston6:36MotherwellFind prices1 change
2:254h11Preston6:36MotherwellFind prices1 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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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£40 Average Price | £39 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 58m Average total duration 5h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:25 Preston | 4h11 | 6:36 Motherwell | 1 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
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.
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 |
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.

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