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Compare train for Edinburgh to Prescot
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Prescot among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £145 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 39m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £145, while a train costs an average of £145.
Distance: 282 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£145 Average Price Cheapest | £57 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 39m Average total duration Fastest 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 1h 6m sooner (3h 9m by train vs 4h 15m by car). Tickets start at around £145 compared to roughly £57 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Prescot train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Prescot trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:52 Edinburgh | 3h27 | 9:19 Prescot | 0 changesdirect | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Prescot.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Prescot
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Prescot run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £77 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:52, the last at 20:05. The fastest train covers the 282 km distance in 3h 9m.
Distance 282 km |
Average train duration 3h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £77 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 9m |
First train 5:52 |
Last train 20:05 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express from Edinburgh to Prescot trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Edinburgh and Prescot from £77. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Prescot train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Prescot by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Prescot, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Prescot
Most Edinburgh to Prescot trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Eccleston Park station pair, with some services arriving at Prescot. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Prescot train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Which Prescot station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Eccleston Park from Prescot city centre
Eccleston Park is 1 km from Prescot city centre. Public transport options include:
Eccleston Park train station facilities and services
Eccleston Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Eccleston Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Eccleston Park: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Eccleston Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Eccleston Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Access to Wigan platform down a 25 metre ramp from Portico Lane. Use road bridge to access platform from ticket office. It should be noted that the road bridge has a very narrow footpath, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Prescot from Prescot city centre
Prescot train station facilities and services
Prescot has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Prescot.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Prescot.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Prescot: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Prescot: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Prescot: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, access to all platforms using station lifts, a stepped footbridge is also available, station is fully accessible, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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