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++The cheapest and fastest trainsfrom Liverpool to PrestonShowing times and prices for Jul 11
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$23
Fastest journey
54m
Average duration
1h 6m
Trains per day
6
Distance
42 km
Liverpool to Preston train with Northern Rail
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Liverpool to Preston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 56m. 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 $5, and a bus costs an average of $19.
Distance: 26 miles (43 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$12 Average price Cheapest | $22 Average price | $11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 14m Average total duration 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool to Preston:
A train is $9 (€8) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Liverpool to Preston costing on average $22 (€18).
Other travel options to Preston take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 44m.
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (56m by train vs 1h 3m by car). Tickets start at around $12 (€10) compared to roughly $11 (€9) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Liverpool to Preston train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Preston trains for today, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P24147 | On time 5:10 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h01 | 6:11 PM Preston station (PRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89633 | On time 5:39 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h54 | 6:33 PM Preston station (PRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G86227+ W33796 | On time 5:45 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h06 | 6:51 PM Preston station (PRE) | 1 transfer | |
 G30625+P23875 | On time 5:58 PM Moorfields (MRF) | 1h19 | 7:17 PM Preston station (PRE) | 1 transfer | |
| G89637 | On time 6:39 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h54 | 7:33 PM Preston station (PRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G30631+P23880 | On time 6:58 PM Moorfields (MRF) | 1h19 | 8:17 PM Preston station (PRE) | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, July 12 | |||||
| 7:29 AM Liverpool | 1h04 | 8:33 AM Preston | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:25 AM Liverpool | 1h54 | 10:19 AM Preston | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:29 AM Liverpool | 1h04 | 9:33 AM Preston | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:15 AM Liverpool | 1h04 | 11:19 AM Preston | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express, Mersey Rail, East Midlands Railway or Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool to Preston.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Preston
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Trains from Liverpool to Preston run on average 9 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:27, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 26 miles (43 km) distance in 44m.
Distance 26 miles (43 km) |
Average train duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 44m |
First train 5:27 AM |
Last train 11:37 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Mersey Rail, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, east_midlands_trains, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Liverpool to Preston trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, Mersey Rail, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, east_midlands_trains, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Liverpool and Preston from $5 (€4). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Liverpool to Preston
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool to Preston by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Preston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Liverpool to Preston
Most Liverpool to Preston trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Preston station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Preston train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Getting to Moorfields from Liverpool city centre
Moorfields train station facilities and services
Moorfields has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Moorfields.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Moorfields. ATMs are available at Moorfields.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Moorfields. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Moorfields: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Moorfields: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Moorfields: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms via Moorfields entrance are accessible via lifts. However the Old Hall Street entrance has no disabled access, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Liverpool South Parkway from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool South Parkway is 8 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool South Parkway train station facilities and services
Liverpool South Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool South Parkway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool South Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms are accessible via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Preston station do trains from Liverpool arrive at?
Getting to Preston from Preston city centre
Preston is 1 km from Preston city centre. Public transport options include:
Preston train station facilities and services
Preston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rise, The Olive Tree Brasserie, Turtle Bay
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Preston. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Preston. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Preston: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Preston: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Preston: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Preston - South, Delta Hotels Preston, Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel.
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