How far is Preston from Lancaster?

Preston and Lancaster are 20 miles (32 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Preston to Lancaster?

Most of the buses traveling from Preston to Lancaster leave from Preston City Centre Bus Station and arrive at Lancaster University Bus Stop. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Bus Preston to Lancaster from $5 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Preston to Lancaster on November 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	5:15pm	Preston Bus Station	40m	5:55pm	Lancaster University Bus Stop	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Preston to Lancaster on November 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:15pm	Preston Bus Station	40m	5:55pm	Lancaster University Bus Stop	Cheapest
Bus	2:25am	Preston City Centre Bus Station	35m	3:00am	Lancaster Bus Station (Night Stand)	Fastest
Bus	2:25am	Preston City Centre Bus Station	35m	3:00am	Lancaster Bus Station (Night Stand)	No tags

Next departures for Preston to Lancaster on November 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:15pm	Preston Bus Station	40m	5:55pm	Lancaster University Bus Stop	Cheapest
Bus	2:25am	Preston City Centre Bus Station	35m	3:00am	Lancaster Bus Station (Night Stand)	Fastest
Bus	2:25am	Preston City Centre Bus Station	35m	3:00am	Lancaster Bus Station (Night Stand)	No tags

Next departures for Preston to Lancaster on November 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:15pm	Preston Bus Station	40m	5:55pm	Lancaster University Bus Stop	Cheapest
Bus	2:25am	Preston City Centre Bus Station	35m	3:00am	Lancaster Bus Station (Night Stand)	Fastest
Bus	2:25am	Preston City Centre Bus Station	35m	3:00am	Lancaster Bus Station (Night Stand)	No tags

Next departures for Preston to Lancaster on November 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:25am	Preston City Centre Bus Station	35m	3:00am	Lancaster Bus Station (Night Stand)	CheapestFastest
Bus	2:25am	Preston City Centre Bus Station	35m	3:00am	Lancaster Bus Station (Night Stand)	No tags
Bus	5:15pm	Preston Bus Station	40m	5:55pm	Lancaster University Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures for Preston to Lancaster on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:25am	Preston City Centre Bus Station	35m	3:00am	Lancaster Bus Station (Night Stand)	CheapestFastest
Bus	2:25am	Preston City Centre Bus Station	35m	3:00am	Lancaster Bus Station (Night Stand)	No tags
Bus	5:15pm	Preston Bus Station	40m	5:55pm	Lancaster University Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures for Preston to Lancaster on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:15pm	Preston Bus Station	40m	5:55pm	Lancaster University Bus Stop	Cheapest
Bus	2:25am	Preston City Centre Bus Station	35m	3:00am	Lancaster Bus Station (Night Stand)	Fastest
Bus	2:25am	Preston City Centre Bus Station	35m	3:00am	Lancaster Bus Station (Night Stand)	No tags

Next departures for Preston to Lancaster on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:15pm	Preston Bus Station	40m	5:55pm	Lancaster University Bus Stop	Cheapest
Bus	2:25am	Preston City Centre Bus Station	35m	3:00am	Lancaster Bus Station (Night Stand)	Fastest
Bus	2:25am	Preston City Centre Bus Station	35m	3:00am	Lancaster Bus Station (Night Stand)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:58 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Preston to Lancaster

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Lancaster. The journey takes about 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17train per day

15mAverage Duration

21 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$8 - $31	Average Duration40m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$5 - $21	Average Duration15m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$4 - $4	Average Duration30m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,287 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

National Express

4/529,708 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Megabus UK

3.5/54,267 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

GB bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Preston and Lancaster?

Stops in Preston

A - Preston City Centre Bus Station

B - Preston Bus Stop

Stops in Lancaster

A - Lancaster University Bus Stop

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Preston to Lancaster by bus

How far is Preston from Lancaster?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Preston to Lancaster?

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/10

$6

11/11

$6

Today

$5

11/13

$5

11/14

$8

11/15

$5

11/16

$9

11/17

$10

The cheapest trip from Preston to Lancaster was searched and found on Nov 13, 2025 with a price of $5

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Preston to Lancaster, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $5 to $14 for a bus ticket from Preston to Lancaster based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $5 which is on 2025-11-13.

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.