The cheapest and fastest coaches from Wigan to Preston
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
57 m
Average duration
57 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
25 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Wigan to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wigan to Preston will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
Of the 1 buses that leave Wigan 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 25 km distance in an average of 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 57 m .
The slowest buses will take 57 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Wigan to Preston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wigan to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £10.
Distance: 25 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£10 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 15m Average total duration 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 47m Average total duration Fastest 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Wigan to Preston bus times
The table below shows live departures for Wigan to Preston coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 4 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:15 Wigan | 0h57 | 12:12 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Wigan to Preston
Buses from Wigan to Preston run on average 2 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £2 by train.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:54. The fastest coach covers the 25 km distance in 41m.
Distance 25 km |
Average bus duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 41m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:54 |
Bus providers: Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, Bee Network from Wigan to PrestonYou can travel by bus between Wigan to Preston with Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, Bee Network for as low as £2. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire
Bee Network
FAQs: Wigan to Preston coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wigan 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.

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