The average train between Northwich and Prescot takes 2h 43m and the fastest train takes 1h 52m. There is a train service every few hours from Northwich to Prescot. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Northwich and Prescot. The earliest departure is at 12:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Northwich is at 10:11 PM which arrives into Prescot at 8:47 AM. All services require a transfer at Chester and take an average of 2h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Northwich to Prescot? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Northwich to Prescot. However, there are services departing from Northwich station and arriving at Prescot station via Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.
Northwich to Prescot train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Greenbank station.
Northwich to Prescot train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Liverpool Central Loop Line station.
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The distance between Northwich and Prescot is 26.6 km. The road distance is 66 km.
You can take a train from Greenbank to Prescot via Chester, Liverpool Central Loop Line, and Liverpool Lime Street in around 2h 13m.