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Compare train for Preston to Prescot
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Prescot among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 13m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £18, while a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 38 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£18 Average Price Cheapest | £8 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 13m Average total duration Fastest 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (43m by train vs 52m by car). Tickets start at around £18 compared to roughly £8 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Preston to Prescot.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to Prescot
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Trains from Preston to Prescot run on average 4 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:32, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 38 km distance in 40m.
Distance 38 km |
Average train duration 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 40m |
First train 5:32 |
Last train 23:34 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Preston to Prescot trainsNorthern Rail, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Preston and Prescot from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Avanti West Coast
TransPennine Express
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FAQs: Preston to Prescot train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston to Prescot 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 Prescot, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Preston and Prescot
Most Preston to Prescot trains use the Preston to Prescot station pair, with some services arriving at Eccleston Park. Use this guide to compare Preston and Prescot train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Preston station do trains to Prescot 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 Prescot station do trains from Preston arrive at?
Getting to Prescot from Prescot city centre
Prescot train station facilities and services
Prescot has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Prescot.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Prescot.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Prescot: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Prescot: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Prescot: 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.
Getting to Eccleston Park from Prescot city centre
Eccleston Park is 1 km from Prescot city centre. Public transport options include:
Eccleston Park train station facilities and services
Eccleston Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Eccleston Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Eccleston Park: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Eccleston Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Eccleston Park: 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.
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