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Trip Overview

The average bus between Preston and Nelson takes 1h 54m and the fastest bus takes 1h 53m. There is at least one bus per day from Preston to Nelson. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 54m
Duration
28 mi
Distance
Once daily
Frequency

Preston to Nelson bus times

Buses run once daily between Preston and Nelson. The earliest departure is at 9:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 6:53 PM which arrives into Nelson at 8:46 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    The Blackburn Bus CompanyThe Burnley Bus Company1h 56m • 1 change
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    The Blackburn Bus CompanyThe Burnley Bus Company1h 56m • 1 change
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    The Blackburn Bus CompanyThe Burnley Bus Company1h 56m • 1 change
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    The Blackburn Bus CompanyThe Burnley Bus Company1h 56m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Preston to Nelson? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Preston to Nelson.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 28 mi
  • Duration: 1h 54m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Nelson, Lancashire, England?

The Blackburn Bus Company operates a bus from Church Street to Bus Station hourly, and the journey takes 1h 40m.

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