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Helsby to Preston (Lancs) Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Helsby to Preston (Lancs)? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as KWD 13.990, with average prices for this route around KWD 13.990.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
23:31 7 hours 10 minutes, Changes required Helsby	06:41 +1 Preston (Lancs)		Find Tickets

Helsby to Preston (Lancs) Train Route Details

First train

00:15

Last train

23:31

Departure station

Helsby

Arrival station

Preston (Lancs)

Journey time

48 minutes

Distance

54 km

Price

KWD 13.990*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Helsby to Preston (Lancs)

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Helsby to Preston (Lancs) 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 Helsby to Preston (Lancs) 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 Helsby to Preston (Lancs), 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 usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Helsby to Preston (Lancs) ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

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 Helsby to Preston (Lancs) more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Helsby to Preston (Lancs) train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Helsby to Preston (Lancs) Train prices and times

Helsby to Preston (Lancs) Train Route Details