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St Bees to Preston Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from St Bees to Preston, starting from 42.78 BYN and averaging 42.78 BYN. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 42m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
20:13 10h 42m, Changes required St Bees	06:55 +1 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
20:28 2h 42m, Direct St Bees	23:10 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
22:59 9h 59m, Changes required St Bees	08:58 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

St Bees to Preston Train Route Details

First train

05:41

Last train

22:59

Departure station

St Bees

Arrival station

Preston

Journey time

2h 42m

Distance

101 km

Price

42.78 BYN*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from St Bees to Preston

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from St Bees to Preston. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from St Bees to Preston for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from St Bees to Preston, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won't even need to leave the train… or often your seat!

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from St Bees to Preston ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from St Bees to Preston more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

St Bees to Preston train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Trains from St Bees to Preston from 42.78 BYN

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St Bees to Preston Train prices and times

St Bees to Preston Train Route Details