How much does a train ticket from Liverpool to Preston cost?

The average train ticket price from Liverpool to Preston is $12. The best way to find train tickets from Liverpool to Preston is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Liverpool to Preston?

A train trip between Liverpool and Preston is around 54m, although the fastest train will take about 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 27 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Liverpool and Preston?

The number of trains from Liverpool to Preston can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Liverpool to Preston by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Trains from Liverpool to Preston | Northern, Transpennine Express

Compare 3 ways to go from Liverpool to Preston.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$9 - $11	Average Duration2h 25m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$9 - $34	Average Duration54m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool	Average Price$10 - $10	Average Duration40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Liverpool to Preston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Preston. The journey takes about 2 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

2h 25mAverage Duration

$9Cheapest ticket

1kgCO₂ emissions

Train Liverpool to Preston: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$12

Average train trip duration54m

Number of daily trains6

Earliest train departure7:39am

Distance27 miles (43 km)

Latest train departure10:15pm

Train Companies

Northern

4/523 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5

Wifi2.8

Transpennine Express

3.5/519 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi5

Train and bus companies in GB:RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, Transpennine Express, WESTbahn

Liverpool to Preston Train

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Liverpool and Preston?

Stops in Liverpool

A - Liverpool One

Stops in Preston

A - Preston (Lancs), Rail Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip Liverpool - Preston

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

04/29

$11

04/30

$10

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$10

05/02

$9

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$10

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$10

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The cheapest trip from Liverpool to Preston was searched and found on May 2, 2025 with a price of $9

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Liverpool to Preston, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $9 to $29 for a train ticket from Liverpool to Preston based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $9 which is on 2025-05-02.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

There are many train stations in the world, check it station pages on Busbud to get all information you need.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Preston, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Liverpool and Preston, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Liverpool to Preston.

Did you know?

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

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