The average train between Preston and Maghull takes 56 min and the fastest train takes 51 min. There is a train service every few hours from Preston to Maghull. 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 Preston and Maghull. The earliest departure is at 6:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 10:35 PM which arrives into Maghull at 11:47 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 56 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Preston to Maghull. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Maghull station via Ormskirk. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 56 min.
Preston to Maghull train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Maghull train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Maghull station.
Book your Preston to Maghull train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and Merseyrail.
The distance between Preston and Maghull is 31.6 km. The road distance is 32 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Maghull via Ormskirk in around 54 min.