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St Helens Central to Preston (Lancs) Train prices and times

Looking to travel from St Helens Central to Preston (Lancs)? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as RUB 1,273.47, with average prices for this route around RUB 1,719.41.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
11:57 St Helens Central	12:33 Preston (Lancs)	36m, Direct	Find Tickets
12:14 St Helens Central	12:51 Preston (Lancs)	37m, Changes required	Find Tickets
12:29 St Helens Central	13:06 Preston (Lancs)	37m, Direct	Find Tickets
12:56 St Helens Central	13:32 Preston (Lancs)	36m, Direct	Find Tickets
13:14 St Helens Central	13:51 Preston (Lancs)	37m, Changes required	Find Tickets
13:56 St Helens Central	14:33 Paris	37m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

St Helens Central to Preston (Lancs) Train Route Details

First train

06:00

Last train

23:44

Departure station

St Helens Central

Arrival station

Preston (Lancs)

Journey time

28m

Distance

34 km

Price

RUB 1,273.47*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from St Helens Central to Preston (Lancs)

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from St Helens Central to Preston (Lancs). 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 St Helens Central to Preston (Lancs), 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%

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 (Lancs) 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

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 (Lancs) more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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St Helens Central to Preston (Lancs) Train prices and times

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