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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Dartford is to train via Preston which costs £45 - £75 and takes 3h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Dartford is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs £55 - £130.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Dartford?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Dartford. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Dartford via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Preston to Dartford?

The distance between Preston and Dartford is 228 miles. The road distance is 234.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Dartford without a car is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs £55 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Preston to Dartford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Dartford bus from?

Preston to Dartford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Dartford train from?

Preston to Dartford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Dartford?

The best way to get from Preston to Dartford is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £170 and takes 9h 29m.

Where does the Preston to Dartford bus arrive?

Preston to Dartford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Preston to Dartford train arrive?

Preston to Dartford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Preston to Dartford?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Dartford is 235 miles. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Preston to Dartford.

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

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Where can I stay near Dartford?

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Preston to Dartford - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

Q: Is there a direct bus between Preston and Dartford?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Dartford. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Priory Hill via Manchester Central Coach Station, Marble Arch Station / Park Lane, Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross and Bexleyheath Clock Tower. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 29m.

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There are 8 ways to get from Preston to Dartford by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to London Eustontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Dartfordtrain Luton - Rainham / ...
3h 38m
£57–123
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Marble Archbus 541 / ...
9h 29m
£39–165
Drive 233.2 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Dartfordcar 233.2 mi
4h 22m
£58–83
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Abbey Woodtrain
4h 48m
£91–316
Train via Preston
1. Take the train from Preston to London Eustontrain Southbound
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Dartfordtrain Luton - Rainham / ...
3h 59m
£45–71
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London City Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London City Airport (LCY)plane MAN - LCY
6h 9m
£227–416
Train to Liverpool, fly to London City Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane LPL - LCY
6h 8m
£378–636
Train to Liverpool, fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane LPL - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridgetrain
6h 45m
£92–209

Preston to Dartford by train and foot

218Weekly Services

3h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 226.6 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Dartford via London Euston and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Priory Hill via Manchester Central Coach Station, Marble Arch, Marble Arch Station / Park Lane, Charing Cross, Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross, and Bexleyheath Clock Tower in around 9h 29m.

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