🚌 Bus from Preston to Heathrow Airport
2 direct routes · about 345 min · first bus 00:05, last bus 00:05 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 404 | National Express | ~345 min | 8 | 00:05 | 00:05 | Upper Manor Road (NE-bound) |
| 501 | National Express | ~325 min | 6 | 07:35 | 10:25 | Upper Manor Road (NE-bound) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Preston on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Preston to Heathrow Airport?
2 routes run directly from Preston to Heathrow Airport: the 404 (National Express), the 501 (National Express).
How long does the bus take from Preston to Heathrow Airport?
Around 345 minutes on the 404, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Preston to Heathrow Airport?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 404) leaves around 00:05 and the last around 00:05. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Preston to Heathrow Airport?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.