Chatham to Preston by train
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Overview: trains from Chatham to Preston
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Cost of a train ticket between Chatham and Preston
The cheapest ticket price along this route is £113.70. 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.
The cheapest fare on this route is £113.70. If you book 30 days in advance, tickets cost about . If booked 7 days in advance, the cost is typically .
Tickets for this route go on sale 4 months in advance of the departure date.
The fastest jouney takes 3 hours and 35 minutes.
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