Liverpool to Prestatyn train with Mersey Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Prestatyn

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 02 Nov
Cheapest price on 02 Nov
£12
Average ticket price on 02 Nov
£17
Fastest journey on 02 Nov
1 h 33 m
Average journey duration on 02 Nov
1 h 36 m
Trains on 02 Nov
2
Distance
30 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Prestatyn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Liverpool to Prestatyn will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.

Fast trains

On Mon 02 Nov, we found 2 trains from Liverpool to Prestatyn, including 2 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 30 km distance in an average of 1 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 33 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 38 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Liverpool to Prestatyn

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Trains from Liverpool to Prestatyn run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:01, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 30 km distance in 55m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
30 km
Average train duration
1h 9m
Cheapest ticket price
£9
Trains per day
13
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
55m
First train
5:01
Last train
23:47
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
5 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Frequently asked questions about your Liverpool to Prestatyn trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Liverpool to Prestatyn.

The cost of a train ticket from Liverpool to Prestatyn can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £9, while the average price tends to be around £19.
The train journey from Liverpool to Prestatyn covers a distance of 30 km and takes approximately 55m. Trains run 13 per day.
The train distance from Liverpool to Prestatyn is 30 km.
The first train from Liverpool to Prestatyn leaves at 5:01.
The last train from Liverpool to Prestatyn departs at 23:47.
Trains from Liverpool to Prestatyn run approximately 13 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Liverpool and Prestatyn. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Transport for Wales.

Live departures

Liverpool to Prestatyn train times

The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Prestatyn trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Transport for Wales14:57 Liverpool
1h32
16:29 Prestatyn1 change
Transport for Wales15:57 Liverpool
1h34
17:31 Prestatyn1 change
Transport for Wales16:57 Liverpool
1h32
18:29 Prestatyn1 change
Transport for Wales17:57 Liverpool
1h22
19:19 Prestatyn1 change
Transport for Wales18:57 Liverpool
1h41
20:38 Prestatyn1 change
Transport for Wales19:57 Liverpool
1h40
21:37 Prestatyn1 change
Transport for Wales20:57 Liverpool
1h32
22:29 Prestatyn1 change
Transport for Wales21:40 Liverpool
1h49
23:29 Prestatyn1 change
Transport for Wales23:21 Liverpool
1h35
0:56 Prestatyn1 change

This is the last train of the day.

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Transport for Wales as well as Mersey Rail offer trains services from Liverpool to Prestatyn.
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Train companies: Mersey Rail, Transport for Wales from Liverpool to Prestatyn trainsMersey Rail, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Liverpool and Prestatyn from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Transport for Wales

About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transport for Wales Duration
55m
Cheapest Transport for Wales Price
£9
Transport for Wales frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Mersey Rail

About
Mersey Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a network of commuter and regional services in the North West of England. Mersey Rail operates a variety of train types, including the Class 507 and Class 508 electric multiple units, and the Class 142 and Class 150 diesel multiple units. It also operates the Merseyrail Electrics, a fleet of electric multiple units. Mersey Rail offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Mersey Rail are Liverpool to Southport, Liverpool to Chester, and Liverpool to Ormskirk.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Mersey Rail Duration
1h 3m
Cheapest Mersey Rail Price
£16
Mersey Rail frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be leashed
Quiet zone

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Liverpool and Prestatyn

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Liverpool to Prestatyn.
There is no night train service from Liverpool to Prestatyn.

Complete guide to Prestatyn

Things to do in Prestatyn

Discover the best of Prestatyn — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Prestatyn trip today.

  • Must visit

St Fagans National Museum of History

Living-history museum with restored buildings, crafts and exhibitions that explain traditional life in north-east Wales.

  • Recommended

Greenfield Valley Museum

Local heritage museum in nearby Holywell with exhibits on town history, social life and regional industry.

  • Recommended

Llandudno Museum and Gallery

Regional museum and gallery featuring natural history, archaeology and changing art displays in an elegant seaside building.

Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for the UK. Guesthouses and casual dining are fairly priced, while rail travel and peak-season stays can raise costs for visitors.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
£15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£35+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£2.50-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafés usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.

Plan your visit to Prestatyn

Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Prestatyn.

The train journey from Liverpool to Prestatyn offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the Welsh countryside and glimpses of the coast as you approach Prestatyn.

FAQs: Liverpool to Prestatyn train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool to Prestatyn 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 Prestatyn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Booking trains from Liverpool to Prestatyn in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Liverpool to Prestatyn.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool and Prestatyn

Most Liverpool to Prestatyn trains use the Liverpool James Street to Prestatyn station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Prestatyn train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Liverpool
Arrival train stations in Prestatyn

Which Liverpool station do trains to Prestatyn leave from?

Trains from Liverpool to Prestatyn leave from Liverpool James Street. The station is 1 km from Liverpool city centre at Liverpool James Street station, James Street, Liverpool, Merseyside, L2 7PQ.
Liverpool James StreetLiverpool James Street station, James Street, Liverpool, Merseyside, L2 7PQWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Liverpool James Street from Liverpool city centre

Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainWest Kirby - West Kirby, Chester - Chester, Hooton - Chester, Ellesmere Port - Birkenhead Hamilton Square, Rock Ferry - West Kirby, Rock Ferry - Ellesmere Port, Ellesmere Port - Ellesmere Port, New Brighton - New Brighton, Moorfields - Chester, Ellesmere Port - Chester, Hooton - Ellesmere Port, Birkenhead Hamilton Square - West Kirby · 3m · £1 · every ~22 min
Bus10A · 8m · £4 · every ~25 min
838 · 13m

Liverpool James Street train station facilities and services

Liverpool James Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Liverpool James Street.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Liverpool James Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Liverpool James Street: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool James Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

Liverpool Lime StreetLime St, Liverpool L1 1JD, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre

Suburban train linesWirral Line (green)
Bus lines9, 10, 61, 82, 79, 86C, 500
Train linesNorthern, West Midlands, TransPennine Express, East Midlands, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Northwestern
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesRail replacement services depart at the Bus stop on Skelhorne Street, near the Tesco Express. L3 5GA.

Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services

Liverpool Lime Street 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.

Liverpool CentralLiverpool Central station, Ranelagh Street, Liverpool, Merseyside, L1 1JTWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Liverpool Central from Liverpool city centre

BusN1 · 21m · £4
City Explorer 101 · 32m · every ~3 min

Liverpool Central train station facilities and services

Liverpool Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Liverpool Central.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Liverpool Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Liverpool Central: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” All platforms can be accessed via lift, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

Train stations for Liverpool to Prestatyn

Check train stations information for Liverpool and Prestatyn, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.

The train station in Liverpool that goes to Prestatyn is Liverpool James Street, and it arrives at Prestatyn.

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