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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Aberdeen to Preston. Traveling by bus from Aberdeen to Preston usually takes around 7 hours and 30 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 235 mi (379 km) |
| Shortest duration | 7h 30m |
| Cheapest price | €29.17 |
| Most frequent service | Megabus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Aberdeen to Preston?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Aberdeen to Preston. Megabus is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Megabus | 1 | 7h 30m | €34.59 |
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 7 hours and 30 minutes to cover the 379 kilometers from Aberdeen to Preston. 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.
"Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Aberdeen to Preston for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Preston, book your ticket for the last day of the week."
There is usually only one bus per day from Aberdeen to Preston. It leaves the station in Aberdeen at 07:00 each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
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Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Aberdeen?
Main departure station: Guild St
Most buses depart from the main station in Aberdeen.
All bus stations in Aberdeen:
Guild St
Where does the bus arrive in Preston?
Main arrival station: Tithebarn St
All buses from Aberdeen arrive at one main station in Preston.
Bus stations in Preston:
Tithebarn St
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