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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Dartford is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 22m.

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 40m and costs £70 - £140.

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 O2 Centre, Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross and Bexleyheath Clock Tower. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 6m.

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 40m.

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 40m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m 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 FlixBus, 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 40m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £140 and takes 9h 6m.

Where does the Preston to Dartford bus arrive?

Preston to Dartford bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Finchley Road / O2 Centre 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

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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 40m
£73–138
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Finchley Road / O2 Centrebus Uk030
9h 6m
£28–138
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 541 / ...
8h 53m
£58–141
Drive 233.2 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Dartfordcar 233.2 mi
4h 22m
£57–83
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 45m
£88–319
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
£219–389
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to London Waterlootrain
5h 31m
£122–289
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 18m
£280–539

Preston to Dartford by train and foot

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3h 40mAverage Duration

£73Cheapest Price

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Distance: 226.6 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

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 40m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bus Station to Finchley Road / O2 Centre every 4 hours. Tickets cost £23–40 and the journey takes 6h 10m.

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