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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Preston Bus Station | Drum Brae | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Preston Bus Station | Edinburgh Regent Road | No tags | |||||
| Preston Bus Station | Edinburgh Haymarket Station North (Stop HB) | No tags | |||||
| Preston Bus Station | Edinburgh Princess Street (Stop PF) | No tags | |||||
| Preston Bus Station | Edinburgh Zoo North (Stop 1) | No tags |
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Busbud recommends carpooling from Preston to EdinburghAmong the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
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The cheapest trip from Preston to Edinburgh was searched and found on Oct 7, 2025 with a price of $17To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Preston to Edinburgh, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $17 to $50 for a bus ticket from Preston to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $17 which is on 2025-10-07.
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Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Preston to Edinburgh.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Preston to Edinburgh, get comfy and count the stars.
Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Preston to Edinburgh that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.
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