🚌 Bus from Southport to Preston City Centre
2 direct routes · about 51 min · first bus 06:20, last bus 22:26 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X2 | Stagecoach Cumbria and Lancashire | ~51 min | 44 | 06:20 | 22:26 | Duke Street (Stop AA) |
| 2 | Stagecoach Cumbria and Lancashire | ~73 min | 31 | 06:25 | 23:09 | Duke Street (Stop AA) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Southport 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 Southport to Preston City Centre?
2 routes run directly from Southport to Preston City Centre: the X2 (Stagecoach Cumbria and Lancashire), the 2 (Stagecoach Cumbria and Lancashire).
How long does the bus take from Southport to Preston City Centre?
Around 51 minutes on the X2, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Southport to Preston City Centre?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the X2) leaves around 06:20 and the last around 22:26. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Southport to Preston City Centre?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.