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The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston to Aintree
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
56 m
Average duration
56 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
35 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to Aintree is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Aintree will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Preston for Aintree every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 35 km distance in an average of 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 56 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.
05:100h56
Preston06:06Aintree
£131One-way
0 changes
09:100h56
Preston10:06Aintree
£141One-way
0 changes
05:100h56
Preston06:06Aintree
£131One-way
0 changes
09:100h56
Preston10:06Aintree
£141One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Preston to Aintree train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 04:10
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:10 Preston | 0h56 | 10:06 Aintree | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to Aintree
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Preston to Aintree run on average 10 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
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 35 km |
Average train duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 58m |
First train 06:10 |
Last train 22:43 |
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), TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Preston to Aintree trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Preston and Aintree from £6. 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
Average Duration
56m
Cheapest Price
£6
Northern Rail (3) frequency
10 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
TransPennine Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 14m
Cheapest Price
£31
TransPennine Express frequency
3 a day
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
52m
Cheapest Price
£11
Northern Trains Limited frequency
22 a day
FAQs: Preston to Aintree train
FAQs: Travel by train from Preston to Aintree 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 Preston to Aintree.
The train distance from Preston to Aintree is 35 km.
The train journey from Preston to Aintree covers a distance of 35 km and takes approximately 58m. Trains run 10 per day.
Booking trains from Preston to Aintree in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The first train from Preston to Aintree leaves at 6:10.
The cost of a train ticket from Preston to Aintree can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £6.
The last train from Preston to Aintree departs at 22:43.
The cheapest way to get from Preston to Aintree is by train, costing approximately £6.
Trains from Preston to Aintree run approximately 10 times per day.
The train station in Preston that goes to Aintree is Preston station (PRE), and it arrives at Old Roan (ORN).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Preston to Aintree.
There is no night train service from Preston to Aintree.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Preston to Aintree.
Yes, you can take the train from Preston to Aintree.
To travel from Preston to Aintree, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Preston and Aintree
Preston
Aintree
The major train station for departures in Preston is Preston. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Preston for your trip from Preston to Aintree.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday
Distance to city center
1 km
Number of platforms
6Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24 hours, located adjacent to the station with access from Butler Street.
Dining
- Rise
- The Olive Tree Brasserie
- Turtle Bay
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- £0.30
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Express Preston - South
- Delta Hotels Preston
- Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Enterprise
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for long-distance services
- Hall 2: platforms 4-6 for regional and local services
Public transport options for Preston
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Northern, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express services
The major train station for arrivals in Aintree is Aintree. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Aintree for your journey to Aintree from Preston.
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityWC
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Sunday 05:30 - 11:30 Monday - Friday 05:30 - 11:30 Saturday 05:30 - 11:30 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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." Access to the Ormskirk bound platform is via a ramped overbridge
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Aintree
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Ormskirk Road, Liverpool L9
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:48 - 00:13 Sunday 08:13 - 00:13 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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" Car park and ticket office are step free. Platforms can also be accessed via lifts.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: in car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- 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
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