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Bootle to Preston Train prices and times
Planning a journey from Bootle to Preston? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as OMR 9.230, with average prices for this route around OMR 9.230. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
06:15 Bootle New Strand | 08:10 Preston (Lancs) |    | Find Tickets |
06:41 Bootle Oriel Road | 08:16 Preston (Lancs) | | Find Tickets |
06:56 Bootle Oriel Road | 08:34 Preston (Lancs) | | Find Tickets |
07:11 Bootle Oriel Road | 08:50 Preston (Lancs) | | Find Tickets |
07:41 Bootle Oriel Road | 08:57 Preston (Lancs) |  | Find Tickets |
07:56 Bootle Oriel Road | 09:33 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Bootle to Preston Train Route Details
First train
06:15
Last train
23:56
Journey time
1 hour 16 minutes
Distance
40 km
Price
OMR 9.230*
How to book cheap train tickets from Bootle to Preston
Traveling in off-peak train times
We recommend buying train tickets from Bootle to Preston during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Bootle to Preston for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%
Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Bootle to Preston, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Bootle to Preston ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3
If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Bootle to Preston more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Bootle to Preston train ticket types
Save money on your trip from Bootle to Preston with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-peak & Super Off-peak tickets
These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak hours, with cheaper prices.
Return train tickets
This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
Typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.