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Compare all timetables for the bus from Preston to Birmingham

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Preston to Birmingham from various bus operators like National Express, City Connect 36 or FlixBus for the next days.
today
$31
tomorrow
$36
Sunday
$25
Monday
$17
Tuesday
$17
Wednesday
$17
Thursday
$17

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 10m 10:35 PM Preston Bus Station 2:45 AM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $31
National Express 6h 5m 10:05 AM Preston Bus Station 4:10 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $36
  • Did you know that if you travel from Preston to Birmingham via Manchester, you can save more than $10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      4h 0m
      0
      3:20 AM
      Preston
      Bus Station
      4:05 AM
      Manchester
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $10
      • Waiting Time 1h 10m
    • National Express
      2h 5m
      0
      5:15 AM
      Manchester
      Coach Station
      7:20 AM
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $11
    Travel Time is 0h 10m shorter, and you will save $10

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
City Connect 36 6h 55m 6:15 AM Preston Bus Station 1:10 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $36
City Connect 36 6h 35m 9:35 AM Preston Bus Station 4:10 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $61
  • Did you know that if you travel from Preston to Birmingham via Manchester, you can save more than $16? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      6h 20m
      0
      3:20 AM
      Preston
      Bus Station
      4:05 AM
      Manchester
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $10
      • Waiting Time 3h 5m
    • FlixBus
      2h 30m
      0
      7:10 AM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      9:40 AM
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $11
    Travel Time is 0h 15m shorter, and you will save $16

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 35m 2:15 PM Preston Bus Station 5:50 PM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway  Economy $25
  • Did you know that if you travel from Preston to Birmingham via Manchester, you can save more than $6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 35m
      0
      2:15 PM
      Preston
      Bus Station
      3:20 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • FlixBus
      2h 20m
      0
      3:30 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      5:50 PM
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $11
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $6

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 5m 3:20 AM Preston Bus Station 6:25 AM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $17
National Express 4h 10m 10:35 PM Preston Bus Station 2:45 AM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $19
National Express 6h 45m 7:55 AM Preston Bus Station 2:40 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $22

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 10m 10:35 PM Preston Bus Station 2:45 AM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $17
National Express 3h 5m 3:20 AM Preston Bus Station 6:25 AM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $19
National Express 6h 45m 7:55 AM Preston Bus Station 2:40 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $21

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 5m 3:20 AM Preston Bus Station 6:25 AM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $17
National Express 4h 10m 10:35 PM Preston Bus Station 2:45 AM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $19
National Express 6h 45m 7:55 AM Preston Bus Station 2:40 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $21

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 5m 3:20 AM Preston Bus Station 6:25 AM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $17
National Express 4h 10m 10:35 PM Preston Bus Station 2:45 AM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $19
National Express 6h 45m 7:55 AM Preston Bus Station 2:40 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $21

Frequency of bus connections between Preston and Birmingham

See here how frequent the connections between Preston and Birmingham are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily buses from Preston to Birmingham. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Preston and Birmingham.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 10 buses from Preston to Birmingham, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Preston and Birmingham, with 1 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 7/19/2026 costs just $17, from National Express

Facts about the bus from Preston to Birmingham

Compare all providers like National Express, City Connect 36 and FlixBus that travel 2 times every day by bus from Preston to Birmingham in one click! Book your bus ticket from Preston to Birmingham starting from $17!

Cheapest Bus $17
Fastest Bus 3h 5m
Earliest Bus 10:05 AM
Latest Bus 10:35 PM
Daily Bus Routes 2 Ø
Distance 94.5 miles
Bus Companies National Express, City Connect 36 and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Preston to Birmingham

Every day, 2 buses from 3 bus companies leave Preston for Birmingham: 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
$21
Saturday 07/25
$22
Sunday 07/26
$25
Monday 07/27
$17
Tuesday 07/28
$21
Wednesday 07/29
$25
Thursday 07/30
$17
Friday 07/31
$17
Saturday 08/01
$17
Sunday 08/02
$51
Monday 08/03
$17
Tuesday 08/04
$19
Wednesday 08/05
$17
Thursday 08/06
$21
Friday 08/07
$17
Saturday 08/08
$17
Sunday 08/09
$17
Monday 08/10
$19
Tuesday 08/11
$18
Wednesday 08/12
$18
Thursday 08/13
Friday 08/14
Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Preston to Birmingham

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Preston to Birmingham, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $17, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Preston to Birmingham. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $17.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Preston to Birmingham, with $17. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $24.

How to save money travelling from Preston to Birmingham

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 Preston to Birmingham 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 Preston to Birmingham, 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 Preston to Birmingham are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Preston and Birmingham

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Preston to Birmingham

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

FAQs about the Preston to Birmingham bus

How much does a Preston Birmingham bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $17 and takes 3h 5m to reach Birmingham. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $17 and $63. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Birmingham.

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

Every day, the Preston to Birmingham 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 Preston to Birmingham take?

The fastest bus from Preston to Birmingham is offered by National Express and takes 3h 5m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $17. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Preston to Birmingham?

The earliest bus arriving in Birmingham from Preston starts at 10:05 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 Preston to Birmingham?

The latest bus trip departing from Preston for Birmingham starts at 10:35 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 Preston Birmingham route?

When traveling by bus from Preston to Birmingham, passengers can travel with National Express, City Connect 36 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 Preston and Birmingham?

You can check all the direct connections between Preston and Birmingham 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, City Connect 36 and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Preston to Birmingham 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 Preston Birmingham 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 Preston Birmingham 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 Preston to Birmingham on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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