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Blackpool - Preston Bus Schedule

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Journey Information

There are 5 intercity buses per day from Blackpool to Preston. Traveling by bus from Blackpool to Preston usually takes around one hour and 13 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 35 minutes.

Distance14 mi (23 km)
Shortest duration0h 35m
Cheapest price$4.34
Trips per day4
Most frequent serviceNational Express
Bus lines1

What bus companies travel from Blackpool to Preston?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Blackpool to Preston. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
National Express51h 14m$4.75
  • 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 bus takes an average of one hour and 13 minutes to cover the 14 miles from Blackpool to Preston. However, the fastest bus only takes 35 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus 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.

The busiest and least busy days to travel on this route tend to change frequently from week to week. Weather, holidays, local events, and other factors can affect how crowded the bus is on any given day.

The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 12:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Blackpool to Preston, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 5 scheduled buses that travel from Blackpool to Preston every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 4 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Blackpool to Preston; ticket prices start at $9.63.

City Information

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Blackpool?

Main departure station: Central Coach Station

Most buses depart from the main station in Blackpool.

All bus stations in Blackpool:

  • Central Coach Station

Where does the bus arrive in Preston?

Main arrival station: Bus Station

All buses from Blackpool arrive at one main station in Preston.

All bus stations in Preston:

  • Bus Station

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