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Preston to St Helens Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Preston to St Helens, starting from QAR 62.86 and averaging QAR 75.59. The entire journey takes no more than 26m. 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	Duration	Find Tickets
08:54 Preston (Lancs)	09:20 St Helens Central	26m, Direct	Find Tickets
09:02 Preston (Lancs)	09:38 St Helens Central	36m, Direct	Find Tickets
11:03 Preston (Lancs)	11:39 St Helens Central	36m, Direct	Find Tickets
11:18 Preston (Lancs)	12:53 St Helens Junction	1h 35m, Changes required	Find Tickets
12:55 Preston (Lancs)	13:21 St Helens Central	26m, Direct	Find Tickets
13:03 Preston (Lancs)	13:39 Paris	36m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Preston to St Helens Train Route Details

First train

08:54

Last train

23:37

Departure station

Preston

Arrival station

St Helens

Journey time

26m

Distance

22 miles

Price

QAR 62.86*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Preston to St Helens

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Preston to St Helens. 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

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Preston to St Helens, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

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.

Preston to St Helens Train Ticket Types

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Trains from Preston to St Helens from QAR 62.86

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Preston to St Helens Train prices and times

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