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Outbound fromLiverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs) by train
It takes an average of 58m to travel from Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs) by train, over a distance of around 27 miles (43 km). There are normally 37 trains per day travelling from Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs) and tickets for this journey start from £5.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:38 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:15 | |
| Departure station | Liverpool Lime Street | |
| Arrival station | Preston (Lancs) | |
| Journey time | From 44m | |
| Distance | 27 miles (43 km) | |
| Frequency | 37 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £5.50 | |
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Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs) in 44 minutes
If you want to travel from Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs) by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs) by train to take around 58 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 44 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 37 trains per day running on this route, which spans 27 miles (43 km). There's no need for any changes along the way, as there are direct trains available to Preston (Lancs). You can travel with TransPennine Express trains during your journey, as they are the main operator of services on this route.
Train tickets from Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs) start from £5.50 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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Cheap train tickets from Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs)
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs) is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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