Train tickets from Preston to Liverpool

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Next departures from Preston to Liverpool on 1 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Transpennine Express
    Preston (Lancs), Rail Station
    Liverpool Lime StreetNo tags
    Northern
      Preston (Lancs), Rail Station
      Liverpool Lime StreetNo tags
      Northern
        Preston (Lancs), Rail Station
        Liverpool Lime StreetNo tags
        Northern
          Preston (Lancs), Rail Station
          Liverpool Lime StreetNo tags
          Northern
            Preston (Lancs), Rail Station
            Liverpool Lime StreetNo tags

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            Compare 3 ways to travel from Preston to Liverpool

            We recommend carpooling

            Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Liverpool. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just US$7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            1carpool per day
            1hAverage duration
            44 kmDistance
            2kgCO₂ emissions
            Average priceUS$8 - US$10Average duration2h 25m
            1kg CO₂e
            Average priceUS$6 - US$43Average duration54m
            1kg CO₂e
            Carpool
            Average priceUS$7 - US$7Average duration1h
            2kg CO₂e

            Train Preston to Liverpool: Trip Overview

            Please note, this information is subject to change.

            Average ticket priceUS$14
            Average train trip duration54m
            Number of daily trains5
            Earliest train departure07:04
            Distance43 km
            Latest train departure22:50

            Preston to Liverpool Train

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip Preston - Liverpool

            1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Preston to Liverpool cost?

              The average train ticket price from Preston to Liverpool is US$14. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Preston to Liverpool is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

            2. How long is the train trip from Preston to Liverpool?

              A train trip between Preston and Liverpool is around 54m, although the fastest train will take about 47m. This is the time it takes to travel the 44 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily train are there between Preston and Liverpool?

              The number of trains from Preston to Liverpool can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Preston to Liverpool by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which train companies travel from Preston to Liverpool?

              When taking the train from Preston to Liverpool, you can travel comfortably and safely with Northern, Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast.

            Find cheapest prices for trains

            Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

            Best price found
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            US$14
            31/10
            US$13
            Today
            US$5
            02/11
            US$9
            03/11
            US$9
            04/11
            US$9
            05/11
            US$9
            06/11
            US$9
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Preston to Liverpool was searched and found on 01 Nov 2025 with a price of US$5

            To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Preston to Liverpool as early as possible.

            You can expect to pay from US$5 to US$29 for a train ticket from Preston to Liverpool based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$9, which is on 2025-11-03.

            Usually Northern will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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            No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Liverpool, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

            By choosing the train between Preston and Liverpool, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

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            Did you know?

            The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

            The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

            You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

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