4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Salford to Preston
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h 50 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
42 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Salford to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Of the 4 buses that leave Salford for Preston 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 42 km distance in an average of 1 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 37 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.
06:031h07Salford07:10PrestonFind prices1 change- 23:482h37Salford02:25PrestonFind prices2 changes
- 23:482h37Salford02:25PrestonFind prices1 change
16:101h00Salford17:10Preston£51One-way0 changes
- 16:101h00Salford17:10Preston£51One-way0 changes
- 06:031h07Salford07:10PrestonFind prices1 change
- 23:482h37Salford02:25PrestonFind prices2 changes
- 23:482h37Salford02:25PrestonFind prices1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Salford to Preston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salford to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 42 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£10 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price |
1h 35m Average total duration 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 14m Average total duration Fastest 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Salford to Preston bus times
The table below shows live departures for Salford to Preston coaches for tomorrow, Monday 30 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:03 Salford | 1h07 | 07:10 Preston | 1 change | |
| 16:10 Salford | 1h00 | 17:10 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
| 23:48 Salford | 2h37 | 02:25 Preston | 2 changes | |
| 23:48 Salford | 2h37 | 02:25 Preston | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Salford to Preston
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Buses from Salford to Preston run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:03, the last at 23:49. The fastest coach covers the 42 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 42 km |
Average bus duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 1h 0m |
First bus 00:03 |
Last bus 23:49 |
Bus providers: Megabus from Salford to PrestonYou can travel by bus between Salford to Preston with Megabus for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Salford to Preston coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salford to Preston 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 Preston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
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- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
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