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Journey Information
There are 8 intercity coaches per day from Bedford to Preston. Traveling by coach from Bedford to Preston usually takes around 7 hours, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in 5 hours and 55 minutes.
| Distance | 146 mi (235 km) |
| Shortest duration | 6h 0m |
| Cheapest price | £25.95 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Bedford to Preston?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Bedford to Preston. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 8 | 7h 1m | £37.78 |
National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 7 hours to cover the 146 miles from Bedford to Preston. However, the fastest coach only takes 5 hours and 55 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first coach leaves at 07:00 and the last coach leaves at 19:00. To see the times for all coaches from Bedford to Preston, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Bedford?
Main departure station: Coach Station
Most coaches depart from the main station in Bedford.
All coach stations in Bedford:
Coach Station
Where does the coach arrive in Preston?
Main arrival station: Bus Station
All coaches from Bedford arrive at one main station in Preston.
Coach stations in Preston:
Bus Station
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