Swindon to Preston bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Swindon to Preston

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£52

Average price

£52

Fastest journey

10 h 40 m

Average duration

10 h 40 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

254 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Swindon to Preston will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £52.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Swindon 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 254 km distance in an average of 10 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 40 m .

The slowest buses will take 10 h 40 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.

FlixBus
05:3010h40
Swindon
16:10Preston
£521One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Swindon to Preston

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swindon to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £50. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £50, and a train costs an average of £93.

Distance: 254 km

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Train

£56

Average Price

Cheapest

£94

Average Price

9h 35m

Average total duration

9h 5m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 29m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 59m

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30m

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National Express

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Avanti West Coast

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Direct Options

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Live departures

Swindon to Preston bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 00:31
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express19:00 Swindon
11h10
06:10 Preston0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Swindon to Preston

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Buses from Swindon to Preston run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £50 if you book in advance.
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
Distance
254 km
Average bus duration
9h 5m
Cheapest ticket price
£50
Buses per day
2
Fastest bus
10h 40m
First bus
06:30
Last bus
22:35
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

Bus providers: National Express from Swindon to PrestonYou can travel by bus between Swindon to Preston with National Express for as low as £50. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
11h 10m
Cheapest Price
£55
National Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Swindon to Preston coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Swindon to Preston with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Swindon to Preston.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Swindon to Preston can start from as little as £36 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Swindon to Preston is £50; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time from Swindon to Preston is on average 10 h 35 min   for the 157 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go between Swindon and Preston by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Swindon to Preston leaves at 04: 40. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Swindon to Preston leaves at 22: 25.
There are 3 coaches a day from Swindon to Preston which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the route from Swindon to Preston you can take a coach with National Express. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services from Swindon to Preston on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
The cheapest month for a coach from Swindon to Preston is March.
You have options as you can travel to Preston from Swindon 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Swindon to Preston has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Swindon to Preston.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Swindon to Preston.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Swindon to Preston.
    No, luggage for the coach from Swindon to Preston needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Swindon to Preston.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Swindon to Preston.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Swindon to Preston.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Swindon to Preston.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Swindon and Preston

    Swindon
    Preston
    The major coach station for departures in Swindon is Swindon, Queen's Drive. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Swindon, Queen's Drive for your trip from Swindon to Preston.
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