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Preston to Shotts train route details
First train
05:36
Last train
21:43
Journey time
2h 50m
Distance
150 miles
Price
€17.92*
What are the next train times from Preston to Shotts?
Explore all upcoming journeys from Preston to Shotts happening today, including departure and arrival times, whether it's a direct service, travel duration, and who will be providing your route - everything you need to know for catching the train today
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
08:58 Preston (Lancs) | 12:33 Shotts |   | Find Tickets |
08:58 Preston (Lancs) | 12:33 Shotts | | Find Tickets |
09:41 Preston (Lancs) | 12:53 Shotts |  | Find Tickets |
10:06 Preston (Lancs) | 13:31 Shotts | | Find Tickets |
10:06 Preston (Lancs) | 13:31 Shotts | | Find Tickets |
10:42 Preston (Lancs) | 13:50 Paris | | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Preston to Shotts
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Season tickets for frequent travellers
Regular commuters travelling between Preston and Shotts - 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
For a quieter, better-value trip, try to travel during Off-Peak hours rather than the busiest weekday periods. Although exact times can vary between train companies, the general rule is to avoid the 6:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM windows. At weekends and on bank holidays, Off-Peak pricing typically applies throughout the entire day.
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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
Return train tickets
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Flexi Season tickets
Designed for part-time commuters, Flexi Season tickets provide 8 travel days within a 28-day window, giving flexibility while still offering meaningful savings compared to buying tickets individually.
Season tickets
Allowing unlimited travel between two stations with weekly, monthly, and annual options, you can save approximately 1/3 on train fares
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