Is there a direct train from Preston to St Bees?

The journey between Preston and St Bees usually involves 6 changes of train.We usually find at least one departure on the route from Preston to St Bees every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

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

The Preston to St Bees train travel takes about 2 hours and 22 minutes, no matter when you leave.

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

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to St Bees leaving Preston at around 05:18 and the last train leaving at around 23:15.At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Preston at around 05:40, with the final departure at 21:42.

Preston to St Bees by train

First train

05:18
Last train

23:15

Avg changes

1
Fastest journey

2hr 22m

Distance

100 kilometres
Trains per day

40

Avg. journey time

2hr 40m
Train operators

Taking the train from Preston to St Bees

So you’re considering going from Preston to St Bees by train? To ensure you have the smoothest, most carefree travel, keep this page handy.

Train cost between Preston and St Bees: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from £52.23, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Train times for travel from Preston to St Bees

During the week, the earliest departure time is at 05:18 and the last departure is 23:15. On weekends, the first train departs at 05:40 and the last train leaves at 21:42. On average, a total of 40 trains make this journey each day.

Average train travel time and distance from Preston to St Bees

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 2 hours and 22 minutes, spanning 100 kilometres in total.

How early can you book train tickets between Preston and St Bees?

Tickets along this route go on sale 5 and a half months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

Learn more about train travel from Preston to St Bees

Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our St Bees city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Preston to St Bees by train?

The train journey between Preston and St Bees spans 100 kilometres.

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

The cheapest ticket for this journey starts at £52.23. Tickets booked 30 days in advance typically cost around . If booked 7 days in advance, the price is typically .

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

Tickets for this journey become available 5 and a half months before the travel date.

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

The fastest jouney takes 2 hours and 22 minutes.

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