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Preston to Eltham trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Preston and Eltham takes 4h 11m and the fastest train takes 3h 1m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston to Eltham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 11m
Duration
219 mi
Distance
£77
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Preston to Eltham train times

Trains run hourly between Preston and Eltham. The earliest departure is at 3:14 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:18 PM which arrives into Eltham at 7:11 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 4h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperLondon Underground (Tube)Southeastern4h 59m • 2 changes
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    Caledonian SleeperLondon Underground (Tube)Southeastern4h 28m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Southeastern3h 39m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Southeastern3h 13m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperLondon Underground (Tube)Southeastern4h 59m • 2 changes
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    Caledonian SleeperLondon Underground (Tube)Southeastern4h 28m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Southeastern3h 39m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Southeastern3h 13m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperLondon Underground (Tube)Southeastern4h 59m • 2 changes
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    Caledonian SleeperLondon Underground (Tube)Southeastern4h 28m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Southeastern3h 39m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Southeastern3h 13m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperLondon Underground (Tube)Southeastern4h 59m • 2 changes
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    Caledonian SleeperLondon Underground (Tube)Southeastern4h 28m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Southeastern3h 39m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Southeastern3h 13m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperLondon Underground (Tube)Southeastern4h 56m • 2 changes
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    Caledonian SleeperLondon Underground (Tube)Southeastern4h 25m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Southeastern3h 38m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Southeastern3h 41m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Southeastern4h 12m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Southeastern3h 40m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Southeastern3h 14m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Southeastern3h 37m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperLondon Underground (Tube)Southeastern4h 59m • 2 changes
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    Caledonian SleeperLondon Underground (Tube)Southeastern4h 22m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Southeastern3h 39m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Southeastern3h 13m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Preston to Eltham? 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.

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  • Distance: 218.9 mi
  • Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Eltham, Greater London, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to London Euston hourly. Tickets cost £70–110 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route twice daily.

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