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The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston to Kirkby
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 27 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
34 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to Kirkby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Kirkby will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Preston for Kirkby 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 34 km distance in an average of 1 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 28 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.
09:101h28
Preston10:38Kirkby
£201One-way
0 changes
04:331h25
Preston05:58Kirkby
£201One-way
0 changes
04:331h25
Preston05:58Kirkby
£201One-way
0 changes
09:101h28
Preston10:38Kirkby
£201One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Preston to Kirkby train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 01:09
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:33 Preston | 1h25 | 05:58 Kirkby | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to Kirkby
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Preston to Kirkby run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 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 34 km |
Average train duration 1h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 1h 28m |
First train 05:43 |
Last train 22:13 |
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 Preston to Kirkby trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Preston and Kirkby from £20. 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
1h 25m
Cheapest Price
£20
Northern Rail (3) frequency
2 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: Preston to Kirkby train
FAQs: Travel by train from Preston to Kirkby 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 Kirkby.
The train distance from Preston to Kirkby is 34 km.
Booking trains from Preston to Kirkby in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Preston to Kirkby covers a distance of 34 km and takes approximately 1h 28m. Trains run 2 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Preston to Kirkby can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £20, while the average price tends to be around £20.
The cheapest way to get from Preston to Kirkby is by train, costing approximately £20.
The train station in Preston that goes to Kirkby is Preston station (PRE), and it arrives at Kirkby station (KIR).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Preston to Kirkby.
Yes, you can take the train from Preston to Kirkby.
To travel from Preston to Kirkby, you can take a train.
The first train from Preston to Kirkby leaves at 5:43.
The last train from Preston to Kirkby departs at 22:13.
Trains from Preston to Kirkby run approximately 2 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Preston to Kirkby.
There is no night train service from Preston to Kirkby.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Preston and Kirkby
Preston
Kirkby
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 Kirkby.
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 Kirkby is Kirkby. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Kirkby for your journey to Kirkby from Preston.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:33 - 00:28 Sunday 08:03 - 00:28 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
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” The Ticket office is step free and ramps can be used to access platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- 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: 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
Headbolt Lane
Amenities at train station
Accessibilityinformation
Accessibility
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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