Chatham to Preston by train

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Overview: trains from Chatham to Preston

Find the key information for travelling by train from Chatham to Preston, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:21 View journey
Last train 23:52 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 35m View journey
Distance (km) 343
Trains / day 37 View all
Cheapest journey CA$214.57 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 11m
Train operators 6

Discover Chatham to Preston by train

Planning a train adventure from Chatham to Preston? To get started, check out our detailed guide to a seamless, enjoyable journey.

Cost of a train ticket between Chatham and Preston

The cheapest ticket price along this route is CA$214.57. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 4 months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Train timetable for travel between Chatham and Preston

There are a number of different options for travellers going from Chatham to Preston by train. Here is what to expect along this route:

  • First daily departure (weekday): 05:21

  • Last daily departure (weekday): 23:34

  • First daily departure (weekend): 05:53

  • Last daily departure (weekend): 23:52

  • Average number of daily trains: 37 trains

  • Frequency of train departures: every 14 minutes

Train duration for trips from Chatham to Preston

The swiftest journey time on this route is 3 hours and 35 minutes, crossing a total distance of 343 kilometres.

How far in advance Chatham and Preston tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Chatham and Preston are available 4 months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Making your Chatham to Preston travels smooth and enjoyable

Explore our wide range of help articles for a hassle-free journey and find travel ideas from our city guide: Preston.

FAQs about the train journey from Chatham to Preston

Want to know more about your journey from Chatham to Preston? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train route from Chatham to Preston covers 343 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.