What is the best way to travel from Preston to Bath?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Bath from Preston?
You can reach Bath with just £27 by taking a Bus from National Express, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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National Express10h 40m022:35PrestonCoach Station09:15BathCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 24/07/2025 22:35:00 to Coach Station, Bath (United Kingdom) arriving at 25/07/2025 09:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £30 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 40m
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National Express8h 11m003:15PrestonCoach Station11:26BathCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 24/07/2025 03:15:00 to Coach Station, Bath (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/07/2025 11:26:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 11m
Cheapest Buses Thursday
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National Express10h 36m022:35PrestonCoach Station09:11BathCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 25/07/2025 22:35:00 to Coach Station, Bath (United Kingdom) arriving at 26/07/2025 09:11:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 36m
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National Express8h 11m003:15PrestonCoach Station11:26BathCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 25/07/2025 03:15:00 to Coach Station, Bath (United Kingdom) arriving at 25/07/2025 11:26:00. 50 Economy ticket for £40 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 11m
Cheapest Buses Friday
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National Express8h 9m003:15PrestonCoach Station11:24BathCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 27/07/2025 03:15:00 to Coach Station, Bath (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/07/2025 11:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 9m
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National Express10h 40m022:35PrestonCoach Station09:15BathCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 27/07/2025 22:35:00 to Coach Station, Bath (United Kingdom) arriving at 28/07/2025 09:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 40m
Cheapest Buses Sunday
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National Express8h 11m003:15PrestonCoach Station11:26BathCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 29/07/2025 03:15:00 to Coach Station, Bath (United Kingdom) arriving at 29/07/2025 11:26:00. 50 Economy ticket for £30 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 11m
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National Express10h 40m022:35PrestonCoach Station09:15BathCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 29/07/2025 22:35:00 to Coach Station, Bath (United Kingdom) arriving at 30/07/2025 09:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 40m
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
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National Express10h 55m022:20PrestonCoach Station09:15BathCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 30/07/2025 22:20:00 to Coach Station, Bath (United Kingdom) arriving at 31/07/2025 09:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 55m
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National Express8h 11m003:15PrestonCoach Station11:26BathCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 30/07/2025 03:15:00 to Coach Station, Bath (United Kingdom) arriving at 30/07/2025 11:26:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 11m
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
What are the fastest trips from Preston to Bath?
You can get to Bath from Preston in just 8h 9m with a Bus from National Express. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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National Express8h 11m003:15PrestonCoach Station11:26BathCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 24/07/2025 03:15:00 to Coach Station, Bath (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/07/2025 11:26:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 11m
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National Express10h 40m022:35PrestonCoach Station09:15BathCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 24/07/2025 22:35:00 to Coach Station, Bath (United Kingdom) arriving at 25/07/2025 09:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £30 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 40m
Fastest Buses Thursday
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National Express8h 11m003:15PrestonCoach Station11:26BathCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 25/07/2025 03:15:00 to Coach Station, Bath (United Kingdom) arriving at 25/07/2025 11:26:00. 50 Economy ticket for £40 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 11m
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National Express10h 36m022:35PrestonCoach Station09:11BathCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 25/07/2025 22:35:00 to Coach Station, Bath (United Kingdom) arriving at 26/07/2025 09:11:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 36m
Fastest Buses Friday
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National Express8h 9m003:15PrestonCoach Station11:24BathCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 27/07/2025 03:15:00 to Coach Station, Bath (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/07/2025 11:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 9m
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National Express10h 40m022:35PrestonCoach Station09:15BathCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 27/07/2025 22:35:00 to Coach Station, Bath (United Kingdom) arriving at 28/07/2025 09:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 40m
Fastest Buses Sunday
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National Express8h 11m003:15PrestonCoach Station11:26BathCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 29/07/2025 03:15:00 to Coach Station, Bath (United Kingdom) arriving at 29/07/2025 11:26:00. 50 Economy ticket for £30 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 11m
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National Express10h 40m022:35PrestonCoach Station09:15BathCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 29/07/2025 22:35:00 to Coach Station, Bath (United Kingdom) arriving at 30/07/2025 09:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 40m
Fastest Buses Tuesday
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National Express8h 11m003:15PrestonCoach Station11:26BathCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 30/07/2025 03:15:00 to Coach Station, Bath (United Kingdom) arriving at 30/07/2025 11:26:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 11m
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National Express10h 55m022:20PrestonCoach Station09:15BathCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 30/07/2025 22:20:00 to Coach Station, Bath (United Kingdom) arriving at 31/07/2025 09:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 55m
Fastest Buses Wednesday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Preston to Bath
What are the most popular stations in Preston and Bath?
In Preston, you will usually depart from Central Station, Coach Station or Little Oaks Coach Stop, while in Bath you will be arriving at Coach Station, Spa University or Spa Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Bath from Preston? With 2 connections between 1 Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Preston and Bath, you can pay as low as £27 with a Bus from National Express.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Bus from National Express: you will get to Bath in just 8h 9m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Preston and Bath are National Express, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Preston and Bath is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Bamber Bridge or to Newton St Loe, and look at flights from Blackpool Airport, and landing at Bristol Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Preston to Bath?
The most popular companies between Preston and Bath, are National Express. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: National Express
All you need to know when you travel from Preston to Bath
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Preston to Bath. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Preston to Bath
How can I reach Bath from Preston?
Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Bus, with which you can get to Bath from Preston.
How far is Bath from Preston?
The distance between Preston and Bath is 266.1 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Preston and Bath?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 7 kgs of CO2, a train 9 kgs, a car 45 kgs, and a flight 65 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Preston to Bath?
You can get to Bath with just £27 by taking a Bus from National Express.
What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Bath?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Bath in just 8h 9m with a Bus from National Express.
More routes to Preston and to Bath
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Preston and to Bath. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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