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Preston to Liverpool Bus Schedule
Bus from Preston to Liverpool: Journey Information
There are 4 intercity buses per day from Preston to Liverpool. Traveling by bus from Preston to Liverpool usually takes around 4 hours and 21 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 3 hours,
| Distance | 27 mi (44 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 0m |
| Cheapest price | $12.58 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Preston to Liverpool?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Preston to Liverpool. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 4 | 4h 22m | $20.09 |
Book National Express from Preston to Liverpool from $13. There are 4 trips per day offered by National Express from Preston to Liverpool and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to Liverpool. In Preston, National Express departs to Liverpool from Tithebarn St . In Liverpool, National Express arrives at Edge Lane Drive Bus Stop and one other station.
An average trip on National Express from Preston to Liverpool takes 4 hours and 22 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to Liverpool in 3 hours and 0 minutes .
On weekends, National Express offers 4 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Liverpool.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Preston to Liverpool
The bus takes an average of 4 hours and 21 minutes to cover the 27 miles from Preston to Liverpool. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. 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.
With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, 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 Liverpool, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 3:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Preston to Liverpool, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 4 scheduled buses that travel from Preston to Liverpool every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Preston to Liverpool; ticket prices start at $9.85.
City Information
Liverpool
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Although Liverpool is only England's 10th largest city, its fame ballooned as the birthplace of the world's biggest rock band: The Beatles. Visiting Liverpool would not be complete without a trip to the iconic Beatles Statue, located near the port, followed by a visit to The Beatles Story museum, where visitors can immerse themselves in the band's rise to fame.
To explore some of Liverpool's older history, the Merseyside Maritime Museum provides fascinating exhibits on the city's great port-town past, including exhibitions on the Titanic as well as the Battle of the Atlantic. Football fanatics should check out the world-famous Anfield Stadium, where regular tours help visitors revel in the history and glory of this iconic football club.
Traveling to Liverpool is easy thanks to several rail providers, which facilitate travel around the Liverpool City Region and beyond. Liverpool also has two significant bus terminals for access via coach and an international airport for those traveling from further afield.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Preston?
Main departure station: Tithebarn St
Most buses depart from the main station in Preston.
All bus stations in Preston:
Tithebarn St
Where does the bus arrive in Liverpool?
Main arrival station: Edge Lane Drive Bus Stop
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Liverpool.
All bus stations in Liverpool:
Edge Lane Drive Bus Stop
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