Preston to Liverpool train with Northern Rail (3)

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Northern Rail (3)
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston to Liverpool

Showing times and prices for Nov 06

Cheapest price

€8

Average price

€10

Fastest journey

52 m

Average duration

59 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

43 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Preston to Liverpool will cost around €10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Preston for Liverpool on Thu, Nov 06, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 43 km distance in an average of 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 52 m .

On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 1 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Northern Rail (3)
05:28AM0h52
Preston
06:20AMLiverpool
81One-way
0 transfers
Northern Rail (3)
04:28PM0h56
Preston
05:24PMLiverpool
101One-way
0 transfers
Northern Rail (3)
07:28AM1h15
Preston
08:43AMLiverpool
111One-way
0 transfers
Northern Rail (3)
09:28AM0h52
Preston
10:20AMLiverpool
111One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Preston to Liverpool

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €4, and a bus costs an average of €16.

Distance: 43 km

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Bus

€10

Average price

Cheapest

€18

Average price

1h 27m

Average total duration

Fastest

57m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 19m

Average total duration

1h 49m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Northern Rail (3)

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Live departures

Preston to Liverpool train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 12:41 AM
Last updated at 12:41 AM

ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
northern_rail5:28 AM Preston
0h52
6:20 AM Liverpool0 transfersDirect
northern_rail7:28 AM Preston
1h15
8:43 AM Liverpool0 transfersDirect
northern_rail12:28 PM Preston
0h53
1:21 PM Liverpool0 transfersDirect
northern_rail3:28 PM Preston
0h54
4:22 PM Liverpool0 transfersDirect
northern_rail8:32 PM Preston
0h58
9:30 PM Liverpool0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Preston to Liverpool

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Trains from Preston to Liverpool run on average 7 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
43 km
Average train duration
57m
Cheapest ticket price
€4
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
49m
First train
05:30
Last train
23:30
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, Merseyrail, first_transpennine_express, Avanti West Coast from Preston to Liverpool trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, Merseyrail, first_transpennine_express, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Preston and Liverpool from €4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail (3)

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
52m
Cheapest Price
€7
Northern Rail (3) frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

TransPennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
49m
Cheapest Price
€8
TransPennine Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 1m
Cheapest Price
€62
Avanti West Coast frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Merseyrail

About
Mersey Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a network of commuter and regional services in the North West of England. Mersey Rail operates a variety of train types, including the Class 507 and Class 508 electric multiple units, and the Class 142 and Class 150 diesel multiple units. It also operates the Merseyrail Electrics, a fleet of electric multiple units. Mersey Rail offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Mersey Rail are Liverpool to Southport, Liverpool to Chester, and Liverpool to Ormskirk.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Merseyrail frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be leashed
Quiet zone

first_transpennine_express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
48m
Cheapest Price
€27
first_transpennine_express frequency
3 a day

FAQs: Trains from Preston to Liverpool

FAQs: Travel by train from Preston to Liverpool easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Preston to Liverpool.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Preston to Liverpool can start from as little as €6 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Preston to Liverpool is €12; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Preston to Liverpool train travel time is 49 min   for the 43 km long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Preston to Liverpool leaves at 05: 15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Preston to Liverpool leaves at 23: 30.
Yes, there are 4 direct trains a day from Preston to Liverpool with Northern Rail (3) or first_transpennine_express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
For the journey from Preston to Liverpool you can take a train with Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast or first_transpennine_express. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services from Preston to Liverpool on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 30.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Preston, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Liverpool Lime Street, located 0.4 miles (732 m) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Liverpool from Preston is worth doing with a journey time of 49 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Preston to Liverpool is June.
You have options as you can travel from Preston to Liverpool 2 different ways: train or coach.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Preston to Liverpool

Preston
Liverpool
The major train station for departures in Preston is Preston. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Preston for your trip from Preston to Liverpool.
PrestonWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
  • 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
  • 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
6
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24 hours, located adjacent to the station with access from Butler Street.
Dining
Dining
  • Rise
  • The Olive Tree Brasserie
  • Turtle Bay
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps.
WC
WC
  • £0.30
Hotel
Hotel
  • Holiday Inn Express Preston - South
  • Delta Hotels Preston
  • Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Enterprise
  • Europcar
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for long-distance services
  • Hall 2: platforms 4-6 for regional and local services
Public transit options for Preston
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Train: Northern, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express services

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