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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston to Lytham St Annes
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
23 m
Average duration
23 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
20 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to Lytham St Annes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Lytham St Annes will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 1 trains that leave Preston for Lytham St Annes on Mon, Jul 13, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jul 13 the direct trains cover the 20 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 23 m .
On Mon, Jul 13 the slowest trains will take 23 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.
8:49 AM0h23Preston9:12 AMLytham St Annes$131One-way0 transfers
- 8:49 AM0h23Preston9:12 AMLytham St Annes$131One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Preston to Lytham St Annes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Lytham St Annes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $13.
Distance: 12 miles (20 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$13 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest | $6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
54m Average total duration Fastest 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 16m Average total duration 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Preston to Lytham St Annes:
A bus is $3 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Preston to Lytham St Annes costing on average $13 (€11).
Other travel options to Lytham St Annes take longer:
Bus takes on average 46m.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (24m by train vs 29m by car). Tickets start at around $13 (€11) compared to roughly $6 (€5) 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 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
Preston to Lytham St Annes train times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Lytham St Annes trains for tomorrow, Monday, July 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:49 AM Preston | 0h23 | 9:12 AM Lytham St Annes | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to Lytham St Annes
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Trains from Preston to Lytham St Annes run on average 17 times per day, taking around 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 12 miles (20 km) distance in 20m.
Distance 12 miles (20 km) |
Average train duration 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 17 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 12:13 AM |
Last train 11:42 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Preston to Lytham St Annes trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Preston and Lytham St Annes from $10 (€8). 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 Preston to Lytham St Annes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston to Lytham St Annes 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 Lytham St Annes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Preston to Lytham St Annes
Most Preston to Lytham St Annes trains use the Preston to Ansdell & Fairhaven station pair. Use this guide to compare Preston and Lytham St Annes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Preston station do trains to Lytham St Annes leave from?
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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