The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston to Warrington
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
22 m
Average duration
23 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
43 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to Warrington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Warrington will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 4 trains that leave Preston for Warrington on Tue, Dec 23, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 43 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 24 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.








Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Preston to Warrington
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Warrington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 26 miles (43 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€19 Average price | €17 Average price Cheapest |
53m Average total duration Fastest 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Preston to Warrington train times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Warrington trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:17 AM Preston | 0h24 | 7:41 AM Warrington | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Preston to Warrington trains with Omio?
Avanti West Coast operates all train services from Preston to Warrington. Omio is the only official third party seller for Avanti West Coast tickets.
Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Preston to Warrington.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to Warrington
Trains from Preston to Warrington run on average 5 times per day, taking around 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 23:21. The fastest train covers the 26 miles (43 km) distance in 22m.
Distance 26 miles (43 km) |
Average train duration 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 22m |
First train 05:25 |
Last train 23:21 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Preston to Warrington trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Preston and Warrington from $15 (€12). 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 Warrington
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston to Warrington 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 Warrington, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Preston to Warrington
- 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24 hours, located adjacent to the station with access from Butler Street.
- Rise
- The Olive Tree Brasserie
- Turtle Bay
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.30
- Holiday Inn Express Preston - South
- Delta Hotels Preston
- Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for long-distance services
- Hall 2: platforms 4-6 for regional and local services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Northern, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express services
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 19:00 Saturday 05:45 - 19:00 Sunday 08:45 - 19:00
- Car Park: Warrington Bank Quay Car Park 2 - Slutchers Lane
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are 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
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 2 and 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: 28 cycle spaces are available outside the main entrance and 8 cycle spaces are on Platform 3/4.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on Station Forecourt.
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 20:40 Sunday 08:25 - 20:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Step free access is available to both platforms at the station. Customer Lifts are available from first to last train.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the Bus Stops outside the Station Entrance.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Level Access via Ramp
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in Station Road, opposite the station car park entrance for services to Manchester, adjacent to the car park entrance for services to Warrington.
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