Is there a direct train from Preston to Maidstone?

The journey between Preston and Maidstone usually involves 5 changes of train.We usually find at least one departure on the route from Preston to Maidstone every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

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

The Preston to Maidstone train travel takes about 3 hours and 51 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Preston to Maidstone train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Maidstone leaving Preston at around 05:33 and the last train leaving at around 20:59.At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Preston at around 05:58, with the final departure at 20:05.

Preston to Maidstone by train

First train

05:33
Last train

20:59

Avg changes

1
Fastest journey

3hr 51m

Distance

352 kilometres
Trains per day

28

Avg. journey time

4hr 34m
Train operators

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Train cost between Preston to Maidstone

Getting from Preston to Maidstone by rail typically costs CA$174.27, but runs about if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to . Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.

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Preston to Maidstone train schedule

The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 05:33.
The latest weekday train along this route departs at 20:59.
The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 05:58.
The latest weekend train along this route departs at 20:05.
28 trains run along this route each day.
Trains leave the station every 33 minutes.

What are the travel time and distance for trains from Preston to Maidstone?

On this route spanning 352 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 3 hours and 51 minutes.

Booking time frame: Preston to Maidstone trains

Tickets for travel to Maidstone along this route are available for purchase 2 and a half months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

Making the most of your trip to Maidstone

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Maidstone.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance between Preston and Maidstone by train?

The train journey from Preston to Maidstone covers 352 kilometres in total.

What is the Preston to Maidstone train price?

The lowest price available on this route is CA$174.27. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . Booking 7 days before departure ensures that prices are usually around .

When do tickets go on sale for trains travelling from Preston to Maidstone?

Tickets for this journey become available 2 and a half months ahead of the travel date.

What’s the travel time from Preston to Maidstone by train?

The shortest trip is 3 hours and 51 minutes.

Maidstone to Preston by train

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