Dover to Preston by train

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Overview: trains from Dover to Preston

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First train 04:30 View journey
Last train 22:49 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 49m View journey
Distance (km) 400
Trains / day 39 View all
Cheapest journey CA$407.55 View journey
Avg journey time 6hr 32m
Train operators 5

Travelling from Dover to Preston by train

Want to know how to get from Dover to Preston by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Dover to Preston take around 3 hours and 49 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 400 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Dover is scheduled to depart at around  04:30. The last departure is usually at around 22:49 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Dover at around 05:46, with the last train leaving at around 22:49. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 39 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 24 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from CA$407.55.

We think any time is a great time to visit Preston, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Preston.

Is there a direct train from Dover to Preston?

The journey between Dover and Preston usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Dover to Preston every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains usually run with a similar frequency on weekends.

How long does it take to travel from Dover to Preston?

The Dover to Preston train travel takes about 3 hours and 49 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Dover to Preston train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Preston leaving Dover at around 04:30 and the last train leaving at around 22:49 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Dover at around 05:46, with the final departure at 22:49.

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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.