Best way to get from Liverpool to Preston
Find the best ways to travel from Liverpool to Preston. You can also request a ride directly in the app at the tap of a button.
Transportation options
Looking to get from Liverpool to Preston? Whether you’re seeking convenience, affordability, or flexibility, there are various ways to reach your destination. Explore the available options and select the one that suits your preferences and travel needs.
Uber: Request an Uber ride from Liverpool to Preston. The journey covers approximately 64 kilometers with an estimated travel time of 61 minutes. The price is around £62.
Train service: Travel from Liverpool Lime Street to Preston by train, covering a distance of 27 miles. The journey typically takes around 50 minutes with prices starting at £5.
Public bus service: Use the Stagecoach service X2, which operates from Liverpool City Centre to Preston via Southport and Crosby. The journey takes approximately 2 hours.
Private bus: A private bus service offers transportation from Liverpool to Preston with an average travel time of 1 hour and 30 minutes. Prices start at £5.
Note: The travel times and costs are approximate and subject to change depending on traffic conditions and other factors. Updated April, 2025.
Reserve a ride in advance to Preston
Complete your plans today by reserving a ride with Uber to get from Liverpool to Preston. Request a ride up to 90 days before your trip, at any time and on any day of the year.
Reserve may not be available for your pickup location.
Getting from Liverpool to Preston
When you ride with Uber on your next trip from Liverpool to Preston, you’ve got choices. Whether you’re traveling alone or with others, find a ride option that fits your needs and budget. If you like to plan ahead, consider scheduling a ride to Preston in advance. Or you can request a ride on demand from Liverpool in the Uber app.
The route your driver takes might depend on the time of day and other factors, like traffic and how many other riders are making requests. You can have a stress-free ride knowing that the Uber app will suggest the most efficient route to your driver.
Average Travel Time
1.0 hours
Average Route Price
£62
Average Route Distance
64 kilometers
How to get from Liverpool to Preston
Compare ride options getting from Liverpool to Preston. Check the Uber app for current prices and travel options available.
UberX
Affordable rides, all to yourself
£62
Uber Black
Premium rides in luxury cars
£105
UberXL
Affordable rides for groups up to 6
£101
Sample rider prices are estimates only and do not reflect variations due to geography, traffic delays, promotions, or other factors. Flat rates and minimum fees may apply. Actual prices for rides and scheduled rides may vary.
Frequently asked questions
- When is Uber available at Liverpool?
The Uber app gives you the power to request a ride from Liverpool anytime, 24/7.
- How much does it cost to get from Liverpool to Preston?
The average price for this trip is £62. Open the Uber app and input Preston in the “Where to?” box. The price estimate for each ride option will appear; scroll to see what’s available. Prices will vary based on time of day and how many riders are making requests.
- What is the most affordable ride option on the Uber app from Liverpool to Preston?
The most affordable ride choice from Liverpool to Preston is UberX.
- How long does it take to get from Liverpool to Preston?
The average duration for this ride is 61 minutes. Before a trip starts, your app gives an estimated time of arrival (ETA) for when your driver is likely to arrive at Liverpool. After your trip starts, your app provides an ETA for when you are likely to arrive at Preston. Please note: ETAs are not guaranteed; various factors like heavy traffic or road construction could affect travel time.
- What’s the distance to Preston from Liverpool?
The average trip from Liverpool to Preston using the Uber app is about 64 kilometers.
- Can I schedule trips in advance on the Uber app from Liverpool?
If Uber Reserve is an option in the Uber app at Liverpool, you can request a ride from Liverpool anywhere from 2 hours to 90 days in advance, at any time and on any day of the year. Uber’s ride-scheduling technology and Uber Reserve can help you be on time.
- Can I rent a car with Uber to drive from Liverpool to Preston?
Check in the Uber app to see if car rentals are available at Liverpool. If you see the Rent icon, you can complete your reservation using the Uber app. Then you can rent a car and drive yourself to Preston. To get more details, go to uber.com/u/uber-rent.
The data presented on this page represents historical average prices, durations, and distances for routes. Actual prices, durations, and distances may vary based on factors such as location, traffic conditions, and other variables. Information provided here is for reference purposes only and should not be considered as binding.
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