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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity coaches per day from Chester to Preston. Traveling by coach from Chester to Preston usually takes around 4 hours, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in just one hour and 50 minutes.
Distance | 40 mi (65 km) |
Shortest duration | 2h 0m |
Cheapest price | £13.25 |
Trips per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | National Express |
Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Chester to Preston?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Chester to Preston. National Express is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
National Express | 2 | 3h 47m | £15.19 |
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 4 hours to cover the 40 miles from Chester to Preston. However, the fastest coach only takes an hour and 50 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. 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 05:00 and the last coach leaves at 12:00. To see the times for all coaches from Chester to Preston, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Chester?
Main departure station: Gorse Stacks Bus Interchange
Most coaches depart from the main station in Chester.
All coach stations in Chester:
Gorse Stacks Bus Interchange
Where does the coach arrive in Preston?
Main arrival station: Bus Station
All coaches from Chester arrive at one main station in Preston.
Coach stations in Preston:
Bus Station
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