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Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Dundee to Preston. Traveling by bus from Dundee to Preston usually takes around 11 hours and 37 minutes, but the fastest Megabus bus can make the trip in 6 hours,
| Distance | 187 mi (301 km) |
| Shortest duration | 6h 0m |
| Cheapest price | $5.80 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Dundee to Preston?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Dundee to Preston that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, FlixBus usually offers more choice, with 3 scheduled trips per day.
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 3 trips from Dundee to Preston, and usually makes the trip in about 13 hours and 9 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Founded in 2003, Megabus UK was created to provide travelers with greener, more straightforward and smarter travel. The carrier has routes all across the United Kingdom in England, Scotland, and Wales. The Megabus UK fleet, easily distinguishable by its dark blue and yellow colors, has free Wi-Fi, outlets and charging ports, onboard restrooms, and 20 kg luggage allowances on each bus.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 11 hours and 37 minutes to cover the 301 kilometers from Dundee to Preston. However, the fastest bus only takes 6 hours. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go."
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Dundee to Preston, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Dundee to Preston every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Dundee to Preston; ticket prices start at $50.31.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Dundee?
Main departure station: Dundee (Overgate Center- West Marketgait)
Dundee has two bus stations with service to Preston.
All bus stations in Dundee:
Dundee (Overgate Center- West Marketgait)
Seagate Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Preston?
Main arrival station: Coach Sta Stand ABCD
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Preston.
Bus stations in Preston:
Coach Sta Stand ABCD
Tithebarn St
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