Is there a direct train from St Helens to Preston?

Yes, there is a direct train from St Helens to Preston.We usually find around 56 direct trains on the route from St Helens to Preston every weekday.There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found around 53 departures.

How long does it take to travel from St Helens to Preston?

The St Helens to Preston train travel takes about 33 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the St Helens to Preston train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Preston leaving St Helens at around 06:53 and the last train leaving at around 23:43.At weekends, the first train of the day leaves St Helens at around 06:43, with the final departure at 23:43.

St Helens to Preston by train

First train

06:43
Last train

23:43

Avg changes

0
Fastest journey

33m

Distance

36 kilometres
Trains per day

54

Avg. journey time

39m
Train operators

Explore St Helens to Preston by train

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Train cost from St Helens to Preston

Ready to book tickets from St Helens to Preston? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:

The cheapest tickets between St Helens and Preston typically run CA$26.65.
If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .
If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .
You can book travel between these two destinations 5 months in advance.

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Train times for travel between St Helens and Preston

If you are taking the train from St Helens to Preston, you will have 54 trains each day (with a departure every 4 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 06:53. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 23:43. On weekends, the first train departs at 06:43, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 23:43.

Average train travel time from St Helens to Preston

The quickest time by train is 33 minutes, travelling a total distance of 36 kilometres.

Booking horizon for travel between St Helens and Preston

Tickets for travel between St Helens and Preston can be booked 5 months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out as possible.

Additional information on train travel from St Helens to Preston

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Preston city guide to start planning your getaway.

FAQs about the train journey from St Helens to Preston

Want to know more about your journey from St Helens to Preston? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What’s the distance from St Helens to Preston by train?

The train route from St Helens to Preston covers 36 kilometres.

What’s the cost of a train ticket from St Helens to Preston?

The cheapest tickets for this route start at CA$26.65. When booked 30 days ahead, prices are typically . Tickets booked 7 days in advance typically cost .

When do tickets go on sale for trains travelling from St Helens to Preston?

Tickets for this journey become available 5 months ahead of the travel date.

How long does it take to get from St Helens to Preston?

The fastest jouney takes 33 minutes.

Preston to St Helens by train

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