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Barry Docks to Preston train prices and times

Looking to travel from Barry Docks to Preston? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as €20.19, with average prices for this route around €20.19.

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

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
13:16 4h 35m, No direct Barry Docks	17:51 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
14:16 4h 35m, No direct Barry Docks	18:51 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
15:27 4h 25m, No direct Barry Docks	19:52 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
16:16 4h 35m, No direct Barry Docks	20:51 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
17:16 5h 12m, No direct Barry Docks	22:28 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
18:16 4h 45m, No direct Barry Docks	23:01 Paris	Find Tickets

Barry Docks to Preston train route details

First train

05:57

Last train

23:16

Departure station

Barry Docks

Arrival station

Preston

Journey time

4h 25m

Distance

265 km

Price

€20.19*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Barry Docks to Preston

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 Barry Docks to Preston can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

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 Barry Docks to Preston, 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 usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Barry Docks to Preston ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

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 Barry Docks to Preston more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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