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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Blackpool to Preston
Cheapest price
€8
Average price
€11
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
48 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
23 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Blackpool to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackpool to Preston will cost around €11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
Of the 13 buses that leave Blackpool for Preston on Sat, Jan 03, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jan 03 the direct buses cover the 23 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 35 m .
On Sat, Jan 03 the slowest buses will take 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
NX424
NT197200NT197100NT055900 · NT225700NT056100 · NT225500NX424NT225800NT225700NT225600NT197200
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Compare train and bus for Blackpool to Preston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Blackpool to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €2, and a bus costs an average of €8.
Distance: 23 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€8 Average price | €4 Average price Cheapest |
1h 20m Average total duration 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 56m Average total duration Fastest 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company | Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Blackpool to Preston bus times
The table below shows live departures for Blackpool to Preston buses for today, Friday, January 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX424 | 10:00 PM Blackpool, Central Coach Station | 0h35 | 10:35 PM Preston, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, January 3 | |||||
| NT225800 | 8:12 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h50 | 9:02 AM Preston station (PRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NT197300 | 8:38 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1h05 | 9:43 AM Preston station (PRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NT197300 | 8:48 AM Layton (LAY) | 0h55 | 9:43 AM Preston station (PRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NT055900 · NT225700 | 8:52 AM Layton (LAY) | 1h10 | 10:02 AM Preston station (PRE) | 1 transfer | |
| NT225700 | 9:12 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h50 | 10:02 AM Preston station (PRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NT197200 | 9:38 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1h05 | 10:43 AM Preston station (PRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NT197200 | 9:48 AM Layton (LAY) | 0h55 | 10:43 AM Preston station (PRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NT056000 · NT225600 | 9:52 AM Layton (LAY) | 1h10 | 11:02 AM Preston station (PRE) | 1 transfer | |
| NT225600 | 10:12 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h50 | 11:02 AM Preston station (PRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NT197100 | 10:38 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1h05 | 11:43 AM Preston station (PRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NT197100 | 10:48 AM Layton (LAY) | 0h55 | 11:43 AM Preston station (PRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NT056100 · NT225500 | 10:52 AM Layton (LAY) | 1h10 | 12:02 PM Preston station (PRE) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Blackpool to Preston
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Buses from Blackpool to Preston run on average 1 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 but you can travel from only €2 by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest bus covers the 23 km distance in 35m.
Distance 23 km |
Average bus duration 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 35m |
First bus 00:02 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Bus providers: National Express, Coastliner Buses Ltd, Blackpool Transport, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire from Blackpool to PrestonYou can travel by bus between Blackpool to Preston with National Express, Coastliner Buses Ltd, Blackpool Transport, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire for as low as €2. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Blackpool to Preston
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackpool to Preston by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Preston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Blackpool, Central Coach Station, which is located around 0.4 miles (721 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Preston, Bus Station, located 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre.
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