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Compare all timetables for the bus from Leeds to Preston

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Leeds to Preston from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.

today
tomorrow
$18
Sunday
$18
Monday
$13
Tuesday
$18
Wednesday
$12
Thursday
$18

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 50m 2:20 AM Leeds Bus Station 7:10 AM Preston Bus Station  Economy $18
National Express 5h 25m 3:25 PM Leeds Bus Station 8:50 PM Preston Bus Station  Economy $18
National Express 3h 0m 11:25 PM Leeds Bus Station 2:25 AM Preston Bus Station  Economy $18
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leeds to Preston via Manchester, you can save more than $4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      2h 50m
      0
      2:20 PM
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      3:35 PM
      Manchester
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $6
      • Waiting Time 0h 35m
    • FlixBus
      1h 0m
      0
      4:10 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      5:10 PM
      Preston
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $9
    Travel Time is 0h 10m shorter, and you will save $4

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 50m 2:20 AM Leeds Bus Station 7:10 AM Preston Bus Station  Economy $18
National Express 3h 0m 11:25 PM Leeds Bus Station 2:25 AM Preston Bus Station  Economy $18
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leeds to Preston via Manchester, you can save more than $4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      2h 50m
      0
      2:20 PM
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      3:35 PM
      Manchester
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $6
      • Waiting Time 0h 35m
    • FlixBus
      1h 0m
      0
      4:10 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      5:10 PM
      Preston
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $9
    Travel Time is 0h 10m shorter, and you will save $4

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 2h 50m 2:20 PM Leeds Kirkgate 5:10 PM Preston Bus Station  Economy $13
National Express 4h 50m 2:20 AM Leeds Bus Station 7:10 AM Preston Bus Station  Economy $18
National Express 5h 5m 5:45 PM Leeds Bus Station 10:50 PM Preston Bus Station  Economy $18
National Express 3h 0m 11:25 PM Leeds Bus Station 2:25 AM Preston Bus Station  Economy $18

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 50m 2:20 AM Leeds Bus Station 7:10 AM Preston Bus Station  Economy $18
National Express 5h 5m 5:45 PM Leeds Bus Station 10:50 PM Preston Bus Station  Economy $18
National Express 3h 0m 11:25 PM Leeds Bus Station 2:25 AM Preston Bus Station  Economy $18
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leeds to Preston via Manchester, you can save more than $4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      2h 50m
      0
      2:20 PM
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      3:35 PM
      Manchester
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $6
      • Waiting Time 0h 35m
    • FlixBus
      1h 0m
      0
      4:10 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      5:10 PM
      Preston
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $9
    Travel Time is 0h 10m shorter, and you will save $4

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 2h 50m 2:20 PM Leeds Kirkgate 5:10 PM Preston Bus Station  Economy $12

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 5m 5:45 PM Leeds Bus Station 10:50 PM Preston Bus Station  Economy $18
National Express 3h 0m 11:25 PM Leeds Bus Station 2:25 AM Preston Bus Station  Economy $18
National Express 4h 50m 2:20 AM Leeds Bus Station 7:10 AM Preston Bus Station  Economy $21
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leeds to Preston via Manchester, you can save more than $4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      2h 50m
      0
      2:20 PM
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      3:35 PM
      Manchester
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $6
      • Waiting Time 0h 35m
    • FlixBus
      1h 0m
      0
      4:10 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      5:10 PM
      Preston
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $9
    Travel Time is 0h 10m shorter, and you will save $4

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Leeds to Preston is $12 on 7/23/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Leeds and Preston

See here how frequent the connections between Leeds and Preston are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily buses from Leeds to Preston. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Leeds and Preston.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 6 buses from Leeds to Preston, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Leeds and Preston, with 5 offers.

Facts about the bus from Leeds to Preston

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 2 times every day by bus from Leeds to Preston in one click! Book your bus ticket from Leeds to Preston starting from $12!

Cheapest Bus $12
Fastest Bus 2h 50m
Earliest Bus 2:20 AM
Latest Bus 11:25 PM
Daily Bus Routes 2 Ø
Distance 47.2 miles
Bus Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Leeds to Preston

Every day, 2 buses from 2 bus companies leave Leeds for Preston: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/24/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 07/19
Monday 07/20
Tuesday 07/21
Wednesday 07/22
Thursday 07/23
Friday 07/24
$18
Saturday 07/25
$18
Sunday 07/26
$18
Monday 07/27
$13
Tuesday 07/28
$18
Wednesday 07/29
$18
Thursday 07/30
$18
Friday 07/31
$33
Saturday 08/01
$18
Sunday 08/02
$33
Monday 08/03
$18
Tuesday 08/04
$18
Wednesday 08/05
$15
Thursday 08/06
$18
Friday 08/07
$18
Saturday 08/08
$18
Sunday 08/09
$18
Monday 08/10
$18
Tuesday 08/11
Wednesday 08/12
$18
Thursday 08/13
Friday 08/14
Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Leeds to Preston

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Leeds to Preston, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $12, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Leeds to Preston. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $18.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Leeds to Preston, with $12. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $18.

How to save money travelling from Leeds to Preston

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 Leeds 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 bus from Leeds 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 buses from Leeds to Preston are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Leeds and Preston

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Leeds and Preston.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Leeds to Preston

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

FAQs about the Leeds to Preston bus

How much does a Leeds Preston bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $12 and takes 2h 50m to reach Preston. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $12 and $21. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Preston.

On average, how many connections are available from Leeds to Preston each day?

Every day, the Leeds to Preston bus route is served by approximately 2 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Leeds to Preston take?

The fastest bus from Leeds to Preston is offered by FlixBus and takes 2h 50m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $13. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Leeds to Preston?

The earliest bus arriving in Preston from Leeds starts at 2:20 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Leeds to Preston?

The latest bus trip departing from Leeds for Preston starts at 11:25 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Leeds Preston route?

When traveling by bus from Leeds to Preston, passengers can travel with National Express and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Leeds and Preston?

You can check all the direct connections between Leeds 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 and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Leeds to Preston bus route?

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 Leeds Preston bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Leeds 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 traveling 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 Leeds to Preston on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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