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Trip Summary
You can pick from 5 daily train trips between Ormskirk and Preston. The average train journey from Ormskirk to Preston takes 32 minutes, but some Northern Rail train trips are as short as 29 minutes.
| Distance | 15 mi (25 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 29m |
| Lowest price | £6.28 |
| Trains per day | 5 |
| Most frequent service | Northern Rail |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Ormskirk to Preston?
Northern Rail is the one and only train line which connects Ormskirk to Preston. However, there are 5 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Rail | 5 | 0h 32m | £6.28 |
Northern Rail, branded simply as 'Northern' on its trains, travels to cities such as Manchester, Blackpool, Windermere, Newcastle, and York. Complimentary WiFi is usually available in first- and standard-class carriages, plus an onboard restroom. The newer trains boast extra legroom, and all services have space for luggage at the end of carriages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Ormskirk to Preston tend to have the most passengers on Wednesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Wednesday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Wednesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Ormskirk at 14:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 21:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 5 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Ormskirk to Preston.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Ormskirk?
Main departure station: Ormskirk Train Station
There is one train station in Ormskirk.
All train stations in Ormskirk:
Ormskirk Train Station
Where is the train station in Preston?
Main arrival station: Preston Station
Preston has one train station.
Train stations in Preston:
Preston Station
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