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Trip Overview

The average bus between Bolton and Preston takes 1h 32m and the fastest bus takes 1h 23m. The bus service runs several times per day from Bolton to Preston. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 32m
Duration
21 mi
Distance
£3
Average price
3 times a day
Frequency

Bolton to Preston bus times

Buses run 3 times a day between Bolton and Preston. The earliest departure is at 8:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bolton is at 10:05 PM which arrives into Preston at 11:28 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    bus bus 1h 39m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bolton to Preston? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 20.9 mi
  • Duration: 1h 32m

What companies run services between Bolton, England and Preston, England?

Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire operates a bus from Gaskell Street to Percy Street every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 37m.

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