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Trains from Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs)

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70

train journeys
per day

26

miles (42 kms)

1hrs 27 mins

fastest journey

05:33 / 00:37

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs)

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On a typical weekday there are 70 scheduled rail journeys between Liverpool Lime Street and Preston (Lancs) , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 70 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs) is approximately 26 miles (42 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 47 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Liverpool Lime Street and Preston (Lancs).

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs). The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 27 mins.

Journeys from Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs) Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:33
    1 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    07:28
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:14
    1 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    07:59
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:48
    1 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    08:16
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:49
    1 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    08:32
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:00
    1 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    08:59
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:19
    1 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    09:00
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:48
    1 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    09:17
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:48
    1 hrs 46 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    09:34
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:54
    1 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    09:34
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:02
    1 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    09:58
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:19
    1 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    09:59
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:48
    1 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    10:17
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:51
    1 hrs 41 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    10:32
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:53
    1 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    10:32
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:19
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    10:57
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:48
    1 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    11:17
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:51
    1 hrs 41 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    11:32
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:54
    1 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    11:32
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:00
    1 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    11:58
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:48
    1 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    12:17
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Preston (Lancs)
    Liverpool Lime Street to Preston (Lancs)

About Liverpool Lime Street Station

Station name Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Address Liverpool Lime Street station, Lime Street, Liverpool, Merseyside, L1 1JD
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Sunday 07:15 - 23:05
Monday to Friday 05:00 - 23:38
Saturday 05:00 - 23:38
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Preston (Lancs) Station

Station name Preston (Lancs) (PRE)
Address Preston station, Fishergate, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 8AP
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 22:00
Saturday 04:45 - 21:00
Sunday 08:00 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Liverpool Lime Street and Preston (Lancs)

The travel time between Liverpool Lime Street and Preston (Lancs) by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 47 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 27 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Liverpool Lime Street and Preston (Lancs) vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 70 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:37.

First class tickets on trains between Liverpool Lime Street and Preston (Lancs) typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Liverpool Lime Street and Preston (Lancs) can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Liverpool Lime Street & Preston (Lancs). owever, there are 70 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Liverpool Lime Street and Preston (Lancs).

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Liverpool Lime Street and Preston (Lancs), but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.