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Journey Information
There are 3 intercity coaches per day from Manchester to Preston. Traveling by coach from Manchester to Preston usually takes around one hour and 2 minutes, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in 50 minutes.
| Distance | 27 mi (44 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 50m |
| Cheapest price | £1.71 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Megabus |
| Coach lines | 3 |
Coaches from Manchester to Preston
- FlixBus: 1 daily coaches from £2
- Megabus: 1 daily coaches from £9
- National Express: 2 daily coaches from £7
How much is a coach ticket from Manchester to Preston?
£3.30 is the average price of a bus ticket from Manchester to Preston. This is currently one of the best deals in bus travel. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
Monthly average prices
What coach companies travel from Manchester to Preston?
There are 3 bus lines from Manchester to Preston available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. Each of these companies only runs one bus per day. The following table helps you compare your available choices:
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 1 | 1h 1m | £4.88 |
| Megabus | 1 | 1h 4m | £10.03 |
| National Express | 2 | 0h 56m | £7.44 |
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 1 trips from Manchester to Preston, and usually makes the trip in about 1 hours and 1 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.
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 2 minutes to cover the 27 miles from Manchester to Preston. However, the fastest coach only takes 50 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 Preston 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, Friday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go.
The first coach leaves at 01:00 and the last coach leaves at 15:00. To see the times for all coaches from Manchester to Preston, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled coaches that travel from Manchester to Preston every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from Manchester to Preston without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Manchester to Preston; ticket prices start at £19.00.
City Information
Manchester
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Most recognizable for its world-famous football team, Manchester is a modern, vibrant city with a diverse range of attractions that will appeal to explorers of all kinds. Often referred to as "The Capital of the North," Manchester is also known for being the birthplace of the industrial revolution. Visitors can relive this booming era by taking a trip to the Science and Industry Museum to see how this previously small town changed the world's ideas of industry and manufacturing forever. These days, Manchester is famous for its music and art scene, with it being the birthplace of bands like The Smiths and Oasis.
Art and music-lovers may want to visit Afflecks, a vast and eclectic emporium of all things indie and grunge, to purchase records, artwork, and memorabilia, among many other things. Manchester is also home to 15 parks and gardens, with Fletcher Moss Park and Botanical Gardens among the most popular. This park provides a beautiful setting for picnics and scenic walks, perfect for when you need an escape from the bustling city.
And if you really are only here for Man U, both Old Trafford and Etihad Stadium are stops on our itinerary to visit every premier league stadium in England.
With three large train stations—Piccadilly, Oxford Road, and Victoria—Manchester is easily accessible via rail. National Express and Megabus coaches also allow access from all over the country. In addition, Manchester Airport houses three large terminals, which provide global entry to the city.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Manchester?
Main departure station: Shudehill Interchange (Stand G)
Coaches to Preston leave from 3 stations in Manchester.
All coach stations in Manchester:
Shudehill Interchange (Stand G)
Thomas Street - Stop Nn
Manchester Coach Station
Where does the coach arrive in Preston?
Main arrival station: Tithebarn St
These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Preston.
Coach stations in Preston:
Tithebarn St
Coach Sta Stand ABCD
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