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Preston to Essex trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Preston and Essex takes 4h 38m and the fastest train takes 3h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Preston to Essex. 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 38m
Duration
252 mi
Distance
£114
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Preston to London Eustontrain train Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
  2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to White Notleytrain train London Liverpool Street - Braintree
4h 13m
£84–169

Preston to Essex train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Preston and Essex. The earliest departure is at 3:14 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:18 PM which arrives into Essex at 7:10 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 4h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 252.3 mi
  • Duration: 4h 38m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Essex, England?

You can take a train from Preston to White Notley via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 4h 13m.

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