Bus Tickets from Glasgow to Preston

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TomorrowJul 27
from US$27
MonJul 28
from US$37
TueJul 29
from US$17
WedJul 30
from US$17
ThuJul 31
from US$19
FriAug 1
from US$30
SatAug 2
from US$26
SunAug 3

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: July 27 at
    Departure city: Glasgow
    Departure location: Glasgow
    Arrival time: July 27 at
    Destination city: Preston
    Destination location: Preston Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 27 at
    Departure city: Glasgow
    Departure location: Buchanan Bus Station
    Arrival time: July 28 at
    Destination city: Preston
    Destination location: Preston, Lancashire
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 27 at
    Departure city: Glasgow
    Departure location: Newhouse Hotel Stop
    Arrival time: July 27 at
    Destination city: Preston
    Destination location: Preston Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 27 at
    Departure city: Glasgow
    Departure location: Buchanan Bus Station
    Arrival time: July 28 at
    Destination city: Preston
    Destination location: Preston, Lancashire
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 27 at
    Departure city: Glasgow
    Departure location: Glasgow Cathedral North Hanover Street
    Arrival time: July 27 at
    Destination city: Preston
    Destination location: Preston Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Glasgow to Preston

Bus
Average PriceUS$16 - US$187Average Duration4h 15m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$20 - US$188Average Duration2h 29m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average PriceUS$23 - US$41Average Duration3h 20m
11kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Glasgow to Preston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Preston. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
3h 20mAverage Duration
US$23Cheapest ticket
11kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Glasgow to Preston: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$30
Average Bus Trip Duration4h 15m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure5:30am
Distance243 km
Latest bus departure11:00pm

Glasgow to Preston Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Glasgow - Preston

  1. What is the travel distance from Glasgow to Preston?

    Glasgow and Preston are 254 km (158 miles) apart.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Glasgow to Preston?

    Buses departing from Buchanan Bus Station in Glasgow will take you to Preston City Centre Bus Station in Preston.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
07-24
US$23
07-25
US$26
Today
US$26
07-27
US$23
07-28
US$34
07-29
US$13
07-30
US$13
07-31
US$15
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Glasgow to Preston was searched and found on Jul 29, 2025 with a price of US$13

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Glasgow to Preston, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$13 to US$54 for a bus ticket from Glasgow to Preston based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$13 which is on 2025-07-29.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Glasgow and Preston!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Glasgow to Preston, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Glasgow to Preston will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Glasgow to Preston while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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