Trains from Preston to Liverpool

Preston to Liverpool train information

Which train company can I use?

Search for your ticket on gopili to see the different companies for your train between Preston (North West England) to Liverpool (North West England). The services on board can change depending on the train company.

How long is the train?

On average, the journey takes normally 1h20m by train to cover the 27 miles to go to Liverpool from Preston. The train duration can vary depending if your train is direct or with changes.

How much does it costs?

Fares can change depending on when you travel or how long in advance you buy your ticket.

Best prices for Preston to Liverpool train tickets

Preston - Liverpool prices calendar

Find the cheapest tickets to travel from Preston to Liverpool by train, bus, ride sharing and plane.

Preston - Liverpool: the best time to book cheap trains

Price of the ticket when booking in advance or at the last minute

Purchasing your ticket beforehand is most of the time cheaper than leaving it to the day you intend to travel. However, as you may see in the graph above, the price of train tickets Preston to Liverpool do not tend to change a lot and cost £11.

Best prices for Preston to Liverpool trains

We compare train ticket for all major companies to travel between Preston and Liverpool by train and find the best prices for the coming days. Take a look at the prices of train tickets Liverpool to Preston and find the best deal for your outbound journey.

Discount Preston - Liverpool train tickets

National Railcards can bring you great savings if you're taking the train. Depending on your age and your situation, you might want to get one of the five existing railcards: Disabled persons, 16-25, Two together, Senior or Family and Friends railcards. Railcards can help you make great savings for your Preston Liverpool train ticket.

Why should I buy a railcard?

When getting a railcard, the idea is to make savings after several trips. But is it really relevant when taking the train from Preston to Liverpool? Grab your calculator, taking into account:

A = the railcard cost (i.e.: £30)

B = average discount offered by the railcard (i.e.: 34%)

C = average fare for a Preston Liverpool ticket (i.e.: £50.00)(1)

Start by dividing A by B: this will show you the budget from which the card will be worthwile. Then divide that number by C. You will see the average number of trips needed per year to start saving money.

In our example, A/B = £30/34% = £88.00. Then, 88/£50.00 = 1.76. Your railcard will be worth the investment after on average 2 trips from Preston to Liverpool (one way journey).

How much do I need to pay for a railcard?

Railcards enable you to save 34% off most adult fares for 12 months. A Disabled persons railcard costs £20 and the five other ones £30.

⁽¹⁾Average prices observed over the last 6 months for one way journey