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Trip Overview

The average train between Preston and Ainsdale takes 1h 33m and the fastest train takes 1h 5m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston to Ainsdale. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 33m
Duration
36 mi
Distance
£15
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Preston to Ainsdale train times

Trains run hourly between Preston and Ainsdale. The earliest departure is at 5:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 10:43 PM which arrives into Ainsdale at 5:42 AM. All services require a transfer at Wigan North Western and take an average of 1h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 5m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 17m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 24m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 29m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 12m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 14m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 29m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 14m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 12m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 14m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 29m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 14m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 40m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 14m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 29m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 14m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedMerseyrail2h 10m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 54m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 54m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 54m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 12m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 14m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 29m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 14m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 12m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 14m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 29m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 14m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Preston to Ainsdale? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Preston to Ainsdale.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 35.9 mi
  • Duration: 1h 33m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Ainsdale, England?

You can take a train from Preston to Ainsdale via Wigan North Western, Wigan Wallgate, and Southport in around 1h 30m.

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