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St Helens Central to Preston Train prices and times

Looking to travel from St Helens Central to Preston? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as DKK 82.95, with average prices for this route around DKK 133.

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

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الاثنين, 25 أغسطس
From DKK 82.95
الثلاثاء, 26 أغسطس
From DKK 115.78
الأربعاء, 27 أغسطس
From DKK 115.78
الخميس, 28 أغسطس
From DKK 115.78
الجمعة, 29 أغسطس
From DKK 115.78
السبت, 30 أغسطس
From DKK 115.78
الأحد, 31 أغسطس
From DKK 115.78

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
18:56 St Helens Central	19:33 Preston (Lancs)	37 minutes, Direct	Find Tickets
19:56 St Helens Central	20:33 Preston (Lancs)	37 minutes, Direct	Find Tickets
20:14 St Helens Central	20:51 Preston (Lancs)	37 minutes, Changes required	Find Tickets
20:30 St Helens Central	20:59 Preston (Lancs)	29 minutes, Direct	Find Tickets
20:56 St Helens Central	21:33 Preston (Lancs)	37 minutes, Direct	Find Tickets
21:43 St Helens Central	22:20 Paris	37 minutes, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

St Helens Central to Preston Train Route Details

First train

00:27

Last train

23:44

Departure station

St Helens Central

Arrival station

Preston

Journey time

28 minutes

Distance

34 km

Price

DKK 82.95*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from St Helens Central to Preston

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 St Helens Central to Preston can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from St Helens Central to Preston, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

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 St Helens Central to Preston 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 St Helens Central to Preston more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

St Helens Central to Preston train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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