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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 2,38 EUR and averaging 17,47 EUR. The entire journey takes no more than 28 minuuttia. 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
06:00 41 minuuttia, Changes required St Helens Central	06:41 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
06:55 38 minuuttia, Direct St Helens Central	07:33 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
07:14 37 minuuttia, Changes required St Helens Central	07:51 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
07:56 38 minuuttia, Direct St Helens Central	08:34 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
08:14 36 minuuttia, Changes required St Helens Central	08:50 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
08:29 28 minuuttia, Direct St Helens Central	08:57 Paris	Find Tickets

St Helens to Preston (Lancs) Train Route Details

First train

06:00

Last train

23:44

Departure station

St Helens

Arrival station

Preston (Lancs)

Journey time

28 minuuttia

Distance

34 km

Price

2,38 EUR*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, TransPennine Express

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

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from St Helens to Preston (Lancs) 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 for greater savings

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets to save more on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from St Helens to Preston (Lancs), you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This is often cheaper than purchasing a direct ticket, and you usually won’t need to change trains or seats.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

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.

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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St Helens to Preston (Lancs) Train prices and times

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