Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Prescot travel guide

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You're Going to Love Prescot

With a population of 40,889, Prescot is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Prescot to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Prescot

If you’re looking for affordable options, Pinion (39 Eccleston Street) and Fez Restaurant (10 Eccleston St) are great picks.

When to visit Prescot

Prescot in January
Estimated hotel price
£59
1 night at 3-star hotel
Prescot in January
Estimated hotel price
£59
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Prescot

Plane

When flying to Prescot, you’ll arrive at Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 11 km from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Prescot departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Prescot, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Prescot to Birmingham takes 2h 05m and costs around £34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £86 for a 2h 46m trip. Located 0.6 km from the city centre, Prescot, Merseyside is the busiest station in Prescot. Another popular train station is Prescot Rainhill, Merseyside, located 2.8 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Prescot is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 281 km from Prescot. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Prescot, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Prescot takes 113 km and will cost you around £7. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about £7 for a journey of 129 km.

Plane

When flying to Prescot, you’ll arrive at Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 11 km from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Prescot departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Prescot, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Prescot to Birmingham takes 2h 05m and costs around £34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £86 for a 2h 46m trip. Located 0.6 km from the city centre, Prescot, Merseyside is the busiest station in Prescot. Another popular train station is Prescot Rainhill, Merseyside, located 2.8 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Prescot is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 281 km from Prescot. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Prescot, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Prescot takes 113 km and will cost you around £7. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about £7 for a journey of 129 km.

Airports near Prescot

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Prescot

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Prescot

Most booked hotels in Prescot

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Holiday Inn Runcorn
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£52+
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Village Hotel Liverpool
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£62+
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Travelodge Widnes
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£43+
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Room in town centre
0 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£22+
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Best Western Premier Suites Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
£78+
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Suites Hotel & Spa Knowsley
4 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
£106+
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Hiring a car in Prescot

Hiring a car in Prescot costs £36 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 8% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Prescot (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Prescot is Standard (Class Standard Van or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Renault Clio or similar) is, on average, 58% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Prescot costs £36 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 8% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Prescot (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Prescot is Standard (Class Standard Van or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Renault Clio or similar) is, on average, 58% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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