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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Ashford to Preston. Traveling by bus from Ashford to Preston usually takes around 11 hours, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 9 hours and 55 minutes.
| Distance | 235 mi (379 km) |
| Shortest duration | 10h 0m |
| Cheapest price | $44.81 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Ashford to Preston?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Ashford 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.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 2 | 10h 31m | $44.81 |
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 11 hours to cover the 235 miles from Ashford to Preston. However, the fastest bus only takes 9 hours and 55 minutes. 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.
The first bus leaves at 9:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00am. To see the times for all buses from Ashford to Preston, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Ashford?
Main departure station: 40 Park St
Most buses depart from the main station in Ashford.
All bus stations in Ashford:
40 Park St
Where does the bus arrive in Preston?
Main arrival station: Bus Station
All buses from Ashford arrive at one main station in Preston.
All bus stations in Preston:
Bus Station
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