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Ardrossan Harbour to Preston (Lancs) train prices and times

Looking to travel from Ardrossan Harbour to Preston (Lancs)? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as € 17.83, with average prices for this route around € 17.83.

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

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Departs	Arrives	Operator	Find Tickets
15:48 3h 59m, No direct Ardrossan Harbour	19:47 Preston (Lancs)		Find Tickets
16:48 4h 12m, No direct Ardrossan Harbour	21:00 Paris		Find Tickets

Ardrossan Harbour to Preston (Lancs) train route details

First train

07:48

Last train

16:48

Departure station

Ardrossan Harbour

Arrival station

Preston (Lancs)

Journey time

3h 26m

Distance

250 km

Price

€ 17.83*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Ardrossan Harbour to Preston (Lancs)

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Ardrossan Harbour to Preston (Lancs) can result in significant cost savings.

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 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 Ardrossan Harbour 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 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 Ardrossan Harbour to Preston (Lancs) 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 planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Ardrossan Harbour 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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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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Ardrossan Harbour to Preston (Lancs) train prices and times

Ardrossan Harbour to Preston (Lancs) train route details