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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Herne Bay to Preston. Traveling by bus from Herne Bay to Preston usually takes around 15 hours and 14 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 15 hours and 12 minutes.
Distance | 231 mi (371 km) |
Shortest duration | 15h 12m |
Cheapest price | $35.49 |
Most frequent service | National Express |
Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Herne Bay to Preston?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Herne Bay 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 | 15h 14m | $44.73 |
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 15 hours and 14 minutes to cover the 231 miles from Herne Bay to Preston. However, the fastest bus only takes 15 hours and 12 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 10:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00am. To see the times for all buses from Herne Bay to Preston, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Herne Bay?
Main departure station: Greenhill Bridge
Herne Bay has two bus stations with service to Preston.
All bus stations in Herne Bay:
Greenhill Bridge
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Where does the bus arrive in Preston?
Main arrival station: Bus Station
All buses from Herne Bay arrive at one main station in Preston.
All bus stations in Preston:
Bus Station
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