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St Helens Central to Preston Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from St Helens Central to Preston, starting from CLP 13,224 and averaging CLP 19,955. The entire journey takes no more than 28m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

  • Mon, Aug 25
    From CLP 17,372
  • Tue, Aug 26
    From CLP 13,224
  • Wed, Aug 27
    From CLP 17,372
  • Thu, Aug 28
    From CLP 17,372
  • Fri, Aug 29
    From CLP 17,372
  • Sat, Aug 30
    From CLP 17,372
  • Sun, Aug 31
    From CLP 17,372
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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07:56
St Helens Central
08:34
Preston (Lancs)
38m, DirectNorthern
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08:14
St Helens Central
08:51
Preston (Lancs)
37m, Changes requiredNorthernAvanti West Coast
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08:29
St Helens Central
08:57
Preston (Lancs)
28m, DirectTransPennine Express
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08:56
St Helens Central
09:33
Preston (Lancs)
37m, DirectNorthern
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09:14
St Helens Central
09:51
Preston (Lancs)
37m, Changes requiredNorthernAvanti West Coast
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09:57
St Helens Central
10:33
Paris
36m, DirectNorthern
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St Helens Central to Preston Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:27
Last train
Last train
23:44
Departure station
Departure station
St Helens Central
Arrival station
Arrival station
Preston
Journey time
Journey time
28m
Distance
Distance
34 km
Price
Price
CLP 13,224*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, Northern, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from St Helens Central to Preston

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from St Helens Central to Preston during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from St Helens Central to Preston for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

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 St Helens Central to Preston, 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%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from St Helens Central to Preston ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from St Helens Central to Preston more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

St Helens Central to Preston train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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