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Preston to Lytham St Annes train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Preston to Lytham St Annes, starting from €2.38 and averaging €2.38. The entire journey takes no more than 23m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
06:49 23m, Direct Preston (Lancs)	07:12 Ansdell & Fairhaven	Find Tickets
07:41 30m, Direct Preston (Lancs)	08:11 Ansdell & Fairhaven	Find Tickets
08:41 30m, Direct Preston (Lancs)	09:11 Ansdell & Fairhaven	Find Tickets
09:49 23m, Direct Preston (Lancs)	10:12 Ansdell & Fairhaven	Find Tickets
10:49 23m, Direct Preston (Lancs)	11:12 Ansdell & Fairhaven	Find Tickets
11:49 23m, Direct Preston (Lancs)	12:12 Paris	Find Tickets

Preston to Lytham St Annes train route details

First train

06:49

Last train

22:47

Departure station

Preston

Arrival station

Lytham St Annes

Journey time

23m

Distance

14 miles

Price

€2.38*

Train Operators

Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Preston to Lytham St Annes

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Preston to Lytham St Annes. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Preston to Lytham St Annes, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

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 Preston to Lytham St Annes ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling 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 travelling from Preston to Lytham St Annes more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Preston to Lytham St Annes train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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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
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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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