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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity coaches per day from Preston to Windermere. Traveling by coach from Preston to Windermere usually takes around one hour and 48 minutes, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in just one hour and 38 minutes.
| Distance | 43 mi (70 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 38m |
| Cheapest price | £14.14 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Preston to Windermere?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Preston to Windermere. 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 | 1h 48m | £14.14 |
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 one hour and 48 minutes to cover the 43 miles from Preston to Windermere. However, the fastest coach only takes an hour and 38 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short coach 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.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for coaches, as many passengers take the coach to Windermere at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.
The first coach leaves at 15:00 and the last coach leaves at 15:00. To see the times for all coaches from Preston to Windermere, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 coaches per day from Preston to Windermere. Both of these are direct coaches, meaning that you do not have to worry about transferring coaches at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Preston to Windermere; ticket prices start at £8.46.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Preston?
Main departure station: Bus Station
Most coaches depart from the main station in Preston.
All coach stations in Preston:
Bus Station
Where does the coach arrive in Windermere?
Main arrival station: Church St
All coaches from Preston arrive at one main station in Windermere.
Coach stations in Windermere:
Church St
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