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Bus from Preston to Aberdeen: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Preston to Aberdeen. Traveling by bus from Preston to Aberdeen usually takes around 9 hours and 37 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 8 hours and 15 minutes.
| Distance | 235 mi (379 km) |
| Shortest duration | 8h 15m |
| Cheapest price | $19.90 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Preston to Aberdeen?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Preston to Aberdeen. FlixBus 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 2 | 9h 37m | $27.68 |
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 2 trips from Preston to Aberdeen, and usually makes the trip in about 9 hours and 37 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Preston to Aberdeen
The bus takes an average of 9 hours and 37 minutes to cover the 235 miles from Preston to Aberdeen. However, the fastest bus only takes 8 hours and 15 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.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 11:00am and the last bus leaves at 4:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Preston to Aberdeen, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Preston?
Main departure station: Coach Sta Stand ABCD
Most buses depart from the main station in Preston.
All bus stations in Preston:
Coach Sta Stand ABCD
Where does the bus arrive in Aberdeen?
Main arrival station: Guild St
All buses from Preston arrive at one main station in Aberdeen.
All bus stations in Aberdeen:
Guild St
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