Coach Bath to Preston from £29

Which bus from Bath to Preston is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Bath to Preston. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like National Express. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today

£30

tomorrow

Tuesday

£29

Wednesday

£29

Thursday

£29

Friday

Saturday

£30

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	8h 25m	18:00	Bath	Coach Station	02:25	Preston	Coach Station		Economy	£30	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bath (United Kingdom) at 01/02/2026 18:00:00 to Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 02/02/2026 02:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £30 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 25m
	National Express	11h 40m	19:30	Bath	Coach Station	07:10	Preston	Coach Station		Economy	£34	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bath (United Kingdom) at 01/02/2026 19:30:00 to Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 02/02/2026 07:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	8h 20m	18:05	Bath	Coach Station	02:25	Preston	Coach Station		Economy	£29	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bath (United Kingdom) at 03/02/2026 18:05:00 to Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 04/02/2026 02:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 20m
	National Express	11h 25m	19:45	Bath	Coach Station	07:10	Preston	Coach Station		Economy	£30	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bath (United Kingdom) at 03/02/2026 19:45:00 to Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 04/02/2026 07:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £30 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	8h 20m	18:05	Bath	Coach Station	02:25	Preston	Coach Station		Economy	£29	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bath (United Kingdom) at 04/02/2026 18:05:00 to Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/02/2026 02:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 20m
	National Express	11h 25m	19:45	Bath	Coach Station	07:10	Preston	Coach Station		Economy	£30	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bath (United Kingdom) at 04/02/2026 19:45:00 to Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/02/2026 07:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £30 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	8h 20m	18:05	Bath	Coach Station	02:25	Preston	Coach Station		Economy	£29	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bath (United Kingdom) at 05/02/2026 18:05:00 to Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/02/2026 02:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 20m
	National Express	11h 25m	19:45	Bath	Coach Station	07:10	Preston	Coach Station		Economy	£30	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bath (United Kingdom) at 05/02/2026 19:45:00 to Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/02/2026 07:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £30 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	8h 35m	17:50	Bath	Coach Station	02:25	Preston	Coach Station		Economy	£30	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bath (United Kingdom) at 07/02/2026 17:50:00 to Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/02/2026 02:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £30 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 35m
	National Express	11h 35m	19:35	Bath	Coach Station	07:10	Preston	Coach Station		Economy	£30	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bath (United Kingdom) at 07/02/2026 19:35:00 to Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/02/2026 07:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £30 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 35m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Bath to Preston is £29 on 26/01/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Bath and Preston?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Bath to Preston. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.

Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 2 daily coaches from Bath to Preston. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Bath and Preston.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 9 coaches from Bath to Preston, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Bath and Preston, with 1 offers.

All facts for Bath to Preston bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express that travel daily 2 times by bus from Bath to Preston in one click. Book your Bath to Preston bus ticket starting from £29!

Cheapest Bus	£29
Fastest Bus	8h 20m
Earliest Coach	18:00
Latest Coach	19:35
Daily Bus Connections	2 Ø
Distance	266.1 km
Coach Companies	National Express

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Bath to Preston?

Every day, 2 buses from 1 coach companies leave Bath for Preston. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 01/02/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 26/01

Tuesday 27/01

Wednesday 28/01

Thursday 29/01

Friday 30/01

Saturday 31/01

Sunday 01/02

£30

Monday 02/02

Tuesday 03/02

£29

Wednesday 04/02

£29

Thursday 05/02

£29

Friday 06/02

Saturday 07/02

£30

Sunday 08/02

£30

Monday 09/02

Tuesday 10/02

£29

Wednesday 11/02

Thursday 12/02

Friday 13/02

Saturday 14/02

Sunday 15/02

Monday 16/02

Tuesday 17/02

Wednesday 18/02

Thursday 19/02

Friday 20/02

Saturday 21/02

Sunday 22/02

The cheapest time to travel from Bath to Preston

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Bath to Preston, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £29, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Bath to Preston. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £30.

Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Bath to Preston, with £29. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £30.

How to save money travelling from Bath to Preston

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Bath to Preston in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Bath to Preston, 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 Bath to Preston are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

What are the most popular bus companies from Bath to Preston?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Bath to Preston timetable.

National Express from Bath to Preston

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

Cheapest Price	£29
Fastest Coach	8h 20m
Earliest Coach	18:00
Last Coach	19:35
Daily Connections	2 Ø
Found on	29/01/2026

In total 1 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Bath and Preston

Here is a map with all coach stations in Bath and Preston. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Coach Station

Dorchester Street 4

London Road

London Rd

James Street West Bus Station

St James's Parade Bus Station

Spa University

Coach Station

Carlisle St

Bus Station (Stand 27)

Deepdale Stadium

Sir Tom Finney Way

Little Oaks Coach Stop

Little Oaks Little Oaks

Railway Station

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Bath to Preston

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Bath to Preston. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Bath to Preston bus

How much does a Bath Preston coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Bath Preston bus trip is available from £29 and takes 8h 20m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £29 to £34. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Preston.

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

Each day, the bus route from Bath to Preston is offered by roughly 2 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Preston from Bath take?

The quickest coach from Bath to Preston is provided by National Express and takes 8h 20m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £29. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Bath to Preston?

The earliest bus to Preston departs from Bath at 18:00. 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 Bath to Preston?

The latest bus to Preston departs from Bath at 19:35. 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 Bath Preston route?

Passengers looking to travel from Bath to Preston can travel with 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 Bath and Preston?

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

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

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Bath Preston 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 Bath Preston 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 Bath to Preston on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Bath to Preston?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 2 daily trips between Bath and Preston. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Bath to Preston?

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Bath and to Preston

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Bath and to Preston. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you’ll find all the details about your bus route!