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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Dartford is to bus which costs £55 - £140 and takes 9h 15m.

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 £75 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Dartford?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Dartford station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 15m.

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 £75 - £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 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 40m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 9h 15m.

Where does the Preston to Dartford bus arrive?

Preston to Dartford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

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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How do I get a bus ticket from Preston to 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
£75–138
Bus via Bexleyheath Clock Tower
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoriabus Uk030
9h 41m
£27–124
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 424
9h 15m
£57–132
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 45m
£94–319
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 11m
£220–389
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 33m
£123–294
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 22m
£290–589

Preston to Dartford by train and foot

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3h 40mAverage Duration

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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, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals once daily. Tickets cost £45–120 and the journey takes 7h 55m.

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