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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston to Helsby
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £22
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- £25
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 56 m
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 1 h 5 m
- Trains on 02 Nov
- 24
- Distance
- 55 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to Helsby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Helsby will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
To travel from Preston to Helsby you need to make at least one change.
5:33 1h04 Preston 6:37 Helsby £22 1 One-way 1 change6:00 1h35 Preston 7:35 Helsby £22 1 One-way 1 change6:58 0h59 Preston 7:57 Helsby £22 1 One-way 1 change7:19 1h17 Preston 8:36 Helsby £22 1 One-way 1 change8:17 1h17 Preston 9:34 Helsby £22 1 One-way 1 change
16:00 0h56 Preston 16:56 Helsby £22 1 One-way 1 change6:58 0h59 Preston 7:57 Helsby £22 1 One-way 1 change5:33 1h04 Preston 6:37 Helsby £22 1 One-way 1 change9:19 1h14 Preston 10:33 Helsby £22 1 One-way 1 change14:19 1h14 Preston 15:33 Helsby £22 1 One-way 1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to Helsby
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Preston to Helsby run on average 4 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:09, the last at 22:12. The fastest train covers the 55 km distance in 39m.
Distance 55 km |
Average train duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 39m |
First train 2:09 |
Last train 22:12 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Frequently asked questions about your Preston to Helsby trip
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Live departures
Preston to Helsby train times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Helsby trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:00 Preston | 0h45 | 15:45 Helsby | 1 change | |
 | 15:03 Preston | 2h26 | 17:29 Helsby | 1 change | |
| 16:00 Preston | 0h46 | 16:46 Helsby | 1 change | |
 | 16:41 Preston | 1h48 | 18:29 Helsby | 1 change | |
| 17:02 Preston | 0h44 | 17:46 Helsby | 1 change | |
| 17:03 Preston | 2h26 | 19:29 Helsby | 1 change | |
| 18:00 Preston | 0h46 | 18:46 Helsby | 1 change | |
| 19:03 Preston | 2h26 | 21:29 Helsby | 1 change | |
| 19:05 Preston | 0h41 | 19:46 Helsby | 1 change | |
| 20:05 Preston | 0h42 | 20:47 Helsby | 1 change | |
| 20:59 Preston | 0h46 | 21:45 Helsby | 1 change | |
| 21:18 Preston | 1h29 | 22:47 Helsby | 1 change | |
| 21:32 Preston | 2h00 | 23:32 Helsby | 1 change | |
| 22:28 Preston | 8h52 | 7:20 Helsby | 1 change | |
| 22:41 Preston | 1h04 | 23:45 Helsby | 1 change | |
| 22:48 Preston | 1h26 | 0:14 Helsby | 1 change | |
| Monday 2 November | |||||
| 5:33 Preston | 1h04 | 6:37 Helsby | 1 change | |
| 6:00 Preston | 1h35 | 7:35 Helsby | 1 change | |
| 6:28 Preston | 1h51 | 8:19 Helsby | 1 change | |
| 6:58 Preston | 0h59 | 7:57 Helsby | 1 change | |
| 7:19 Preston | 1h17 | 8:36 Helsby | 1 change | |
| 7:28 Preston | 1h51 | 9:19 Helsby | 1 change | |
| 8:17 Preston | 1h17 | 9:34 Helsby | 1 change | |
| 8:28 Preston | 1h51 | 10:19 Helsby | 1 change | |
| 9:19 Preston | 1h14 | 10:33 Helsby | 1 change | |
| 9:28 Preston | 1h51 | 11:19 Helsby | 1 change | |
| 10:18 Preston | 1h18 | 11:36 Helsby | 1 change | |
| 10:28 Preston | 1h51 | 12:19 Helsby | 1 change | |
| 11:18 Preston | 1h15 | 12:33 Helsby | 1 change | |
| 11:28 Preston | 1h51 | 13:19 Helsby | 1 change | |
| 12:18 Preston | 1h17 | 13:35 Helsby | 1 change | |
| 12:28 Preston | 1h51 | 14:19 Helsby | 1 change | |
| 13:17 Preston | 1h16 | 14:33 Helsby | 1 change | |
| 13:28 Preston | 1h51 | 15:19 Helsby | 1 change | |
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FAQs: Preston to Helsby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston to Helsby 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 Helsby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Preston and Helsby
Most Preston to Helsby trains use the Preston to Helsby station pair. Use this guide to compare Preston and Helsby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Preston station do trains to Helsby leave from?
Getting to Preston from Preston city centre
Preston is 1 km from Preston city centre. Public transport options include:
Preston train station facilities and services
Preston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rise, The Olive Tree Brasserie, Turtle Bay
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Preston. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Preston. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Preston: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Preston: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Preston: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Preston - South, Delta Hotels Preston, Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel.
Which Helsby station do trains from Preston arrive at?
Getting to Helsby from Helsby city centre
Helsby train station facilities and services
Helsby has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Helsby.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Helsby: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Helsby: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Helsby: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. Step free access to the platform from the car park. Platforms 2, 3 and 4 are only accessible via the footbridge, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only. Ticket machine is on Chester-bound platform, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Train stations for Preston to Helsby
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