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Helensburgh Central to Preston (Lancs) Train prices and times
Planning a journey from Helensburgh Central to Preston (Lancs)? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as BHD 7.780, with average prices for this route around BHD 7.780. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
05:54 Helensburgh Central | 09:47 Preston (Lancs) |   | Find Tickets |
05:54 Helensburgh Central | 10:44 Preston (Lancs) | | Find Tickets |
06:25 Helensburgh Central | 09:57 Preston (Lancs) |  | Find Tickets |
06:54 Helensburgh Central | 10:15 Preston (Lancs) | | Find Tickets |
06:54 Helensburgh Central | 11:14 Preston (Lancs) | | Find Tickets |
07:25 Helensburgh Central | 10:56 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Helensburgh Central to Preston (Lancs) Train Route Details
First train
05:54
Last train
23:32
Journey time
3 hours 21 minutes
Distance
282 km
Price
BHD 7.780*
How to book cheap train tickets from Helensburgh Central to Preston (Lancs)
Traveling in off-peak train times
Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Helensburgh Central to Preston (Lancs) can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Helensburgh Central to Preston (Lancs) 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 for greater savings
Another option to consider is splitting your tickets to save more on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Helensburgh Central to Preston (Lancs), you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This is often cheaper than purchasing a direct ticket, and you usually won’t need to change trains or seats.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Helensburgh Central to Preston (Lancs) ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
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 Helensburgh Central to Preston (Lancs) more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Helensburgh Central to Preston (Lancs) train ticket types
Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:
Off-peak & Super Off-peak train tickets
Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.