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Journey information
Overview: Train from Prescot to Roby
Take a train from Prescot to Roby and enjoy the approximately 4 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
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 4 km |
Average train duration 7m |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
First train 05:58 |
Last train 23:27 |
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
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Prescot to Roby trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Prescot and Roby. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Northern Rail (3) frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Prescot to Roby train
FAQs: Travel by train from Prescot to Roby easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Prescot to Roby.

Booking trains from Prescot to Roby in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Prescot to Roby is 4 km.
Yes, there is a direct train between Prescot and Roby. The service operates 6 times per day, provided by Northern Rail (3).
The first train from Prescot to Roby leaves at 5:58.
The train station in Prescot that goes to Roby is Prescot station (PSC), and it arrives at Roby station (ROB).
The last train from Prescot to Roby departs at 23:27.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Prescot to Roby.
Trains from Prescot to Roby run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Prescot to Roby.
To travel from Prescot to Roby, you can take a .
There is no night train service from Prescot to Roby.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Prescot and Roby
Prescot
Roby
The major train station for departures in Prescot is Prescot. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Prescot for your trip from Prescot to Roby.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:45 - 23:30 Sunday 08:15 - 23:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Prescot
- Onward travel information: Prescot bus station is under a mile away on Highfield Place L34 3LA There are bus stops close to the station entrance Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Station front.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Sunday Closed Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:50 - 23:30
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Eccleston Park
- Onward travel information: Busline 0870 608 2608
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Portico Lane.
The major train station for arrivals in Roby is Roby. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Roby for your journey to Roby from Prescot.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 23:59 Saturday 05:40 - 23:59 Sunday 09:45 - 17:30
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Lifts available .
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Roby
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Liverpool Road - for Liverpool opposite the station, for Wigan adjacent to the station.
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