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St Helens to Preston (Lancs) Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from St Helens to Preston (Lancs), starting from €2.36 and averaging €17.35. The entire journey takes no more than 29m. 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
08:55 39m, Direct St Helens Central	09:34 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
10:28 31m, Direct St Helens Central	10:59 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
10:43 39m, Direct St Helens Central	11:22 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
10:57 1h 43m, Changes required St Helens Junction	12:40 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
12:42 39m, Direct St Helens Central	13:21 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
12:56 1h 44m, Changes required St Helens Junction	14:40 Paris	Find Tickets

St Helens to Preston (Lancs) Train Route Details

First train

08:55

Last train

22:55

Departure station

St Helens

Arrival station

Preston (Lancs)

Journey time

29m

Distance

34 km

Price

€2.36*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from St Helens to Preston (Lancs)

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 Helens to Preston (Lancs). 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

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from St Helens to Preston (Lancs), you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

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 Helens to Preston (Lancs) 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 planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

St Helens to Preston (Lancs) train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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St Helens to Preston (Lancs) Train prices and times

St Helens to Preston (Lancs) Train Route Details