Find coaches from Glasgow to Preston

Today21 Aug
from US$39
Tomorrow22 Aug
from US$54
Sat23 Aug
from US$39
Sun24 Aug
from US$39
Mon25 Aug
from US$39
Tue26 Aug
from US$32
Wed27 Aug
from US$19
Thu28 Aug

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 22 August at
    Departure city: Glasgow
    Departure location: Glasgow
    Arrival time: 22 August at
    Destination city: Preston
    Destination location: Preston Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 22 August at
    Departure city: Glasgow
    Departure location: Newhouse Hotel Stop
    Arrival time: 22 August at
    Destination city: Preston
    Destination location: Preston Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Glasgow to Preston

Bus
Average priceUS$16 - US$130Average duration4h 15m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$20 - US$197Average duration2h 28m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average priceUS$23 - US$33Average 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$32
Average bus trip duration4h 15m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure05:30
Distance151 miles
Latest bus departure23:00

Glasgow to Preston Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Glasgow to Preston. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

Bus service from Glasgow to Preston will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

Discover how much the bus trip from Glasgow to Preston will cost you. Use our filters and sorting features to find the cheapest bus tickets or luxury buses.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Glasgow - Preston

  1. How far is Preston from Glasgow by coach?

    The journey from Glasgow to Preston by coach covers an approximate distance of 158 miles (254 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Preston from Glasgow without a car?

    You can reach Preston from Glasgow by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
19/08
US$21
20/08
US$37
Today
US$37
22/08
US$51
23/08
US$37
24/08
US$37
25/08
US$38
26/08
US$30
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Glasgow to Preston was searched and found on 19 Aug 2025 with a price of US$21

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$21 to US$71 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$30, which is on 2025-08-26.

Usually FlixBus 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 the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Glasgow to Preston will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less 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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