Next departures for Preston to Birmingham on November 20
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Preston Bus Station
Great Charles Street Queensway
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City Connect 36
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Preston [Lancs]
Coach Station
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Preston City Centre Bus Station
Coach Station
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City Connect 36
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Preston [Lancs]
Coach Station
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Preston City Centre Bus Station
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Compare 2 ways to go from Preston to Birmingham
We recommend carpooling
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 29720 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $19
National Express Preston Birmingham recent customer reviews
Delays are bound to happen in every institution especially with transport but they are very professional in dealing with such and the drivers are very safety conscious
5 out of 5 stars
Richmond A.
Comfortable nice buses
5 out of 5 stars
Feziwe M.
Overall Good experience although I was quite cold throughout the journey
Based on 8 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. City Connect 36 ticket prices on this trip start at $22
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.
Based on 4274 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Megabus UK ticket prices on this trip start at $30
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Preston to Birmingham by bus
What is the distance between Preston and Birmingham?
The distance between the two cities is 95 miles (154 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Preston to Birmingham?
If you're headed to Birmingham from Preston, chances are that your bus will depart from Preston City Centre Bus Station and arrive at Coach Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.
What are the best sights and things to do in Birmingham?
Once in Birmingham, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Winterbourne House and Garden, Spa, Thinktank Science Museum, National Motorcycle Museum and Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11/18
$13
11/19
$37
Today
$19
11/21
$15
11/22
$15
11/23
$20
11/24
$13
11/25
$14
The cheapest trip from Preston to Birmingham was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $13
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Preston to Birmingham, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $13 to $50 for a bus ticket from Preston to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2025-11-24.
Usually National Express 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.
The cheapest trip from Preston to Birmingham was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $13
