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Trains from Liverpool Stations to Preston (Lancs)

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53

train journeys
per day

26

miles (43 kms)

45 mins

fastest journey

05:43 / 00:05

first / last train

21

direct trains

5

operators run

9

routes

Trains from Liverpool Stations to Preston (Lancs)

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On a typical weekday there are 53 scheduled rail journeys between Liverpool Stations and Preston (Lancs) , with 21 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 32 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Liverpool Stations to Preston (Lancs) is approximately 26 miles (43 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 31 mins.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Liverpool Stations and Preston (Lancs).

There are 9 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs). The fastest journey time on this route takes 45 mins.

Journeys from Liverpool Stations to Preston (Lancs) Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:43
    58 mins 1 change
    06:41
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:38
    56 mins Direct
    07:34
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:45
    1 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    07:51
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:54
    1 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    08:09
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:04
    1 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    08:16
    Moorfields
    Preston (Lancs)
    Moorfields to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:39
    54 mins Direct
    08:33
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:44
    1 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    08:50
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:12
    45 mins Direct
    08:57
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:39
    54 mins Direct
    09:33
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:44
    1 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    09:51
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:04
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    10:17
    Moorfields
    Preston (Lancs)
    Moorfields to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:39
    54 mins Direct
    10:33
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:45
    1 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    10:51
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:04
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    11:17
    Moorfields
    Preston (Lancs)
    Moorfields to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:39
    54 mins Direct
    11:33
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:45
    1 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    11:51
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:04
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    12:17
    Moorfields
    Preston (Lancs)
    Moorfields to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:39
    54 mins Direct
    12:33
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:45
    1 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    12:51
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:04
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    13:17
    Moorfields
    Preston (Lancs)
    Moorfields to Preston (Lancs)

About Liverpool Stations Station

Station name Liverpool Stations (106)
Address Wigan North Western station, Wallgate, Wigan, Lancashire, WN1 1BJ
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 18:45
Saturday 05:15 - 18:45
Sunday 08:40 - 18:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Preston (Lancs) Station

Station name Preston (Lancs) (PRE)
Address Preston station, Fishergate, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 8AP
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 22:00
Saturday 04:45 - 21:00
Sunday 08:00 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Liverpool Stations and Preston (Lancs)

The travel time between Liverpool Stations and Preston (Lancs) by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 31 mins & the fastest journey takes 45 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Liverpool Stations and Preston (Lancs) vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 53 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:43, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:05.

First class tickets on trains between Liverpool Stations and Preston (Lancs) typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Liverpool Stations and Preston (Lancs) can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 21 direct services per day from Liverpool Stations to Preston (Lancs)

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Liverpool Stations and Preston (Lancs).

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Liverpool Stations and Preston (Lancs), but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.