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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston to Ormskirk
Cheapest price
£2
Average price
£3
Fastest journey
31 m
Average duration
31 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
25 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to Ormskirk is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Ormskirk will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £2.
Of the 3 trains that leave Preston for Ormskirk every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 25 km distance in an average of 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 31 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Preston to Ormskirk
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Ormskirk among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £3.
Distance: 25 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£3 Average Price Cheapest | £5 Average Price |
1h 1m Average total duration Fastest 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Preston to Ormskirk train times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Ormskirk trains for today, Tuesday 27 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:10 Preston | 0h31 | 10:41 Ormskirk | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:10 Preston | 0h31 | 18:41 Ormskirk | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:35 Preston | 0h31 | 22:06 Ormskirk | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 28 January | |||||
| 06:10 Preston | 0h31 | 06:41 Ormskirk | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to Ormskirk
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Trains from Preston to Ormskirk run on average 6 times per day, taking around 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 25 km distance in 31m.
Distance 25 km |
Average train duration 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 31m |
First train 06:10 |
Last train 23:10 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Preston to Ormskirk trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Preston and Ormskirk from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Preston to Ormskirk train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston to Ormskirk 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 Ormskirk, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Preston and Ormskirk
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24 hours, located adjacent to the station with access from Butler Street.
- Rise
- The Olive Tree Brasserie
- Turtle Bay
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.30
- Holiday Inn Express Preston - South
- Delta Hotels Preston
- Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for long-distance services
- Hall 2: platforms 4-6 for regional and local services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Northern, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express services
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:35 - 00:27 Sunday 08:05 - 00:27 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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” Ticket office and platforms are step free, however car park has uneven ramp access.
- 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: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: in car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on the station approach
ParkingAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A: "This station has step-free access to all platforms"
- 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: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Town Green Lane, Aughton, Ormskirk
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