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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Preston to Edinburgh from various bus operators like FlixBus or National Express for the next days.
today
tomorrow
from £16
Saturday
from £11
Sunday
from £16
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
from £13

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    11:20
    Preston
    Coach Station
    17:30
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16
  • FlixBus
    7h 45m
    0
    11:20
    Preston
    Coach Station
    19:05
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    7h 0m
    0
    16:35
    Preston
    Coach Station
    23:35
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • National Express
    8h 0m
    0
    02:25
    Preston
    Coach Station
    10:25
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £29
  • Did you know that if you travel from Preston to Edinburgh via Glasgow, you can save more than £4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      6h 18m
      0
      11:20
      Preston
      Coach Station
      16:00
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • megabus
      1h 23m
      0
      16:15
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      17:38
      Edinburgh
      Central bus station
      0
      megabus
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is 0h 8m longer, but you will save £4

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    11:20
    Preston
    Coach Station
    17:30
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £11
  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    11:20
    Preston
    Coach Station
    18:35
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £13
  • FlixBus
    6h 30m
    0
    16:35
    Preston
    Coach Station
    23:05
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £13

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    11:20
    Preston
    Coach Station
    17:30
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16
  • FlixBus
    6h 30m
    0
    16:35
    Preston
    Coach Station
    23:05
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £17
  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    11:20
    Preston
    Coach Station
    18:35
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19
  • National Express
    8h 0m
    0
    02:25
    Preston
    Coach Station
    10:25
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £29
  • Did you know that if you travel from Preston to Edinburgh via Glasgow, you can save more than £4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      6h 18m
      0
      11:20
      Preston
      Coach Station
      16:00
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • megabus
      1h 23m
      0
      16:15
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      17:38
      Edinburgh
      Central bus station
      0
      megabus
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is 0h 8m longer, but you will save £4

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    11:20
    Preston
    Coach Station
    17:30
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £13
  • FlixBus
    7h 45m
    0
    11:20
    Preston
    Coach Station
    19:05
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £17
  • FlixBus
    7h 0m
    0
    16:35
    Preston
    Coach Station
    23:35
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £17
  • National Express
    8h 0m
    0
    02:25
    Preston
    Coach Station
    10:25
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £32
  • Did you know that if you travel from Preston to Edinburgh via Glasgow, you can save more than £1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      6h 18m
      0
      11:20
      Preston
      Coach Station
      16:00
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • megabus
      1h 23m
      0
      16:15
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      17:38
      Edinburgh
      Central bus station
      0
      megabus
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is 0h 8m longer, but you will save £1

Frequency of bus connections between Preston and Edinburgh

See here how frequent the connections between Preston and Edinburgh are, during different times and days of the week.
Wednesday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily coaches from Preston to Edinburgh. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Preston and Edinburgh.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 8 coaches from Preston to Edinburgh, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Preston and Edinburgh, with 4 offers.

Facts about coaches from Preston to Edinburgh

Compare all providers like FlixBus and National Express that travel 3 times every day by bus from Preston to Edinburgh in one click! Book your bus ticket from Preston to Edinburgh starting from £11!

Cheapest Bus £11
Fastest Bus 6h 10m
Earliest Coach 02:25
Latest Coach 16:35
Daily Bus Connections 3 Ø
Distance 245.5 km
Coach Companies FlixBus and National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Preston to Edinburgh

Every day, 3 buses from 2 coach companies leave Preston for Edinburgh: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 21/11/2024 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 18/11
Tuesday 19/11
Wednesday 20/11
Thursday 21/11
Friday 22/11
£16
Saturday 23/11
£11
Sunday 24/11
£29
Monday 25/11
Tuesday 26/11
Wednesday 27/11
£32
Thursday 28/11
£29
Friday 29/11
£17
Saturday 30/11
Sunday 01/12
£17
Monday 02/12
Tuesday 03/12
Wednesday 04/12
Thursday 05/12
£29
Friday 06/12
£12
Saturday 07/12
£11
Sunday 08/12
£13
Monday 09/12
£11
Tuesday 10/12
Wednesday 11/12
£14
Thursday 12/12
£27
Friday 13/12
Saturday 14/12
£34
Sunday 15/12

The cheapest time to travel from Preston to Edinburgh

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Preston to Edinburgh, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £11, Saturday is the cheapest day for a coach from Preston to Edinburgh. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £29.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Preston to Edinburgh, with £11. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £29.

How to save money travelling from Preston to Edinburgh

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Preston to Edinburgh in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Preston to Edinburgh, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Preston to Edinburgh are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Preston to Edinburgh

These are the most booked bus companies between Preston to Edinburgh from our users.

National Express from Preston to Edinburgh

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Preston to Edinburgh:

Cheapest Price £29
Fastest Coach 8h 0m
Earliest Coach 02:25
Last Coach 02:25
Daily Connections 1 Ø
Found on 19/11/2024

FlixBus from Preston to Edinburgh

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Preston to Edinburgh:

Cheapest Price £11
Fastest Coach 6h 10m
Earliest Coach 11:20
Last Coach 16:35
Daily Connections 3 Ø
Found on 20/11/2024

All bus stations and stops in Preston and Edinburgh

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Preston and Edinburgh.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Preston to Edinburgh

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Preston to Edinburgh? Or which bus companies serve the route Preston to Edinburgh? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Preston to Edinburgh bus

How much does a Preston - Edinburgh coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Preston - Edinburgh bus trip is available from £11 and takes 6h 10m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Preston to Edinburgh?

The connection Preston to Edinburgh is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £11 to £32. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Preston - Edinburgh route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Preston to Edinburgh is offered by roughly 3 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Edinburgh from Preston take?

The quickest coach from Preston to Edinburgh is provided by FlixBus and takes 6h 10m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £16. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Preston to Edinburgh?

The earliest bus to Edinburgh departs from Preston at 02:25. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Preston to Edinburgh?

The latest bus to Edinburgh departs from Preston at 16:35. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Preston - Edinburgh route?

Passengers looking to travel from Preston to Edinburgh can travel with FlixBus and National Express. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Edinburgh?

You can check all the direct connections between Preston and Edinburgh by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and National Express.

What can I take with me on the bus to Edinburgh from Preston?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Preston Edinburgh bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Preston Edinburgh bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Preston to Edinburgh on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Preston to Edinburgh

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

Alternate transport types from Preston to Edinburgh

Did not find the right bus? Here is a selection of alternate transport types from the schedule from Preston to Edinburgh for the next days.

Cheap train tickets from Preston to Edinburgh

Here is a selection of the cheapest trains from the schedule from Preston to Edinburgh for the next days.
  • TransPennine Express
    2h 50m
    0
    05:36
    Preston
    Central Station
    08:26
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £54
  • TransPennine Express
    2h 50m
    0
    05:36
    Preston
    Central Station
    08:26
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £68
  • TransPennine Express
    2h 50m
    0
    05:36
    Preston
    Central Station
    08:26
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    First Class
    from £165
  • TransPennine Express
    2h 50m
    0
    05:36
    Preston
    Central Station
    08:26
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    First Class
    from £169

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