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Trip Overview

The average bus between Atherton and Preston takes 2h 16m and the fastest bus takes 2h. The bus service runs several times per day from Atherton 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.

2h 16m
Duration
27 mi
Distance
£7
Average price
3 times a day
Frequency

Atherton to Preston bus times

Buses run 3 times a day between Atherton and Preston. The earliest departure is at 4:39 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Atherton is at 9:28 PM which arrives into Preston at 11:29 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Bee NetworkStagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire2h 12m • 1 change
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    Bee NetworkStagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire2h • 1 change
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    Bee NetworkStagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire2h 3m • 1 change
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    Bee NetworkStagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire2h 4m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Atherton to Preston.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 27.3 mi
  • Duration: 2h 16m

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

Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire operates a bus from Bolton Interchange to Bus Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 50m. National Express also services this route once daily.

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