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Preston to Bootle train route details
First train
05:33
Last train
22:43
Journey time
1h 29m
Distance
25 miles
Price
€20.93*
What are the next train times from Preston to Bootle?
Discover all upcoming Preston to Bootle services running today, including departure and arrival times, direct or connecting options, journey duration, and the operator running your route — everything you need to catch the train with confidence
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
16:10 Preston (Lancs) | 17:43 Bootle Oriel Road |   | Find Tickets |
16:28 Preston (Lancs) | 17:58 Bootle Oriel Road | | Find Tickets |
17:10 Preston (Lancs) | 18:43 Bootle Oriel Road | | Find Tickets |
17:28 Preston (Lancs) | 18:58 Bootle Oriel Road | | Find Tickets |
18:10 Preston (Lancs) | 19:43 Bootle Oriel Road | | Find Tickets |
18:28 Preston (Lancs) | 19:58 Paris | | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Preston to Bootle
Season tickets for frequent travellers
Regular commuters travelling between Preston and Bootle - whether weekly, monthly, or annually - can benefit greatly from season tickets. Season tickets allow unlimited travel between both stations within specific time periods, offering substantial savings and eliminating the need to purchase individual tickets for every trip.
Travel during Off-Peak train times
To enjoy a calmer and often cheaper journey, we recommend choosing Off-Peak services and steering clear of the busy rush-hour periods. While timings differ slightly by operator, it's usually best to avoid travelling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. On weekends and bank holidays, Off-Peak fares apply all day.
Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
Explore a range of Railcards that typically offer 1/3 off most train tickets, including the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, as well as the 16-17 Saver, which offers 50% off. They’re easy to purchase and store digitally in your Trip.com app, meaning you're only ever a tap away from great savings.
Split Tickets discount
It may sound odd, but splitting your journey into smaller segments by purchasing separate, cheaper tickets can often lead to significant savings, all while you remain in the same seat for the entire trip. The best part? Trip.com handles these splits for you, meaning you don't have to do any painstaking planning.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?
Advance train tickets
Available up to 12 weeks before the journey, these are generally the most cost-effective option for cost-conscious travellers
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Provides a more affordable and flexible way to travel by steering clear of weekday rush hours
Return train tickets
Allows travel for both the outbound and return legs of your journey on the same route
Flexi Season tickets
Flexi Season tickets suit travellers who commute a few days a week, offering 8 days of unlimited travel in a 28-day period—which often works out cheaper than buying tickets on an individual daily basis
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