What is the cheapest way to get from Dartford to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Dartford to Preston is to train which costs £40 - £85 and takes 4h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dartford to Preston?

The fastest way to get from Dartford to Preston is to train via London Charing Cross which takes 3h 29m and costs £75 - £150.

Is there a direct train between Dartford and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Dartford to Preston. However, there are services departing from Dartford and arriving at Preston via Charing Cross station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Dartford to Preston?

The distance between Dartford and Preston is 228 miles. The road distance is 245 miles.

How do I travel from Dartford to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from Dartford to Preston without a car is to train via London Charing Cross which takes 3h 29m and costs £75 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Dartford to Preston?

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Dartford to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dartford to Preston train from?

Dartford to Preston train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dartford station.

Where does the Dartford to Preston train arrive?

Dartford to Preston train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Charing Cross station.

Can I drive from Dartford to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Dartford to Preston is 245 miles. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Dartford to Preston.

How do I get a train ticket from Dartford to Preston?

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Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2321+ hotels available in Preston.

Dartford to Preston - 7 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Dartford to Preston by train, car, or plane

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Train via London Charing Cross
best
1. Take the train from Dartford to London Charing Crosstrain Dartford - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Prestontrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 29m
£75–150
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dartford to London St Pancras Intltrain Rainham / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Prestontrain
4h 56m
£44–82
Drive 243.6 mi
1. Drive from Dartford to Prestoncar 243.6 mi
3h 59m
£60–87
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Abbey Wood to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
4h 34m
£94–318
Fly London City Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LCY - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
6h 4m
£219–389
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
5h 33m
£123–294
Fly London City Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LCY - LPL
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain
6h 25m
£289–590

Dartford to Preston by train and subway

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3h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 226.5 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

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

You can take a train from Dartford to Preston via London Charing Cross, Charing Cross station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 3h 29m.

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