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Preston to Atherton buses

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Trip Overview

The average bus between Preston and Atherton takes 2h 12m and the fastest bus takes 1h 57m. The bus service runs several times per day from Preston to Atherton. 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 12m
Duration
32 mi
Distance
£6
Average price
3 times a day
Frequency

Preston to Atherton bus times

Buses run 3 times a day between Preston and Atherton. The earliest departure is at 8:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:30 PM which arrives into Atherton at 11:36 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Stagecoach Cumbria & North LancashireBee Network2h 17m • 1 change
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    Stagecoach Cumbria & North LancashireBee Network2h 18m • 1 change
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    Stagecoach Cumbria & North LancashireBee Network2h 18m • 1 change
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    Stagecoach Cumbria & North LancashireBee Network2h 20m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 32.4 mi
  • Duration: 2h 12m

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

Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire operates a bus from Bus Station to Bolton Interchange every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 49m. National Express also services this route once daily.

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