Gillingham to Preston by train

Explore Gillingham to Preston by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Gillingham to Preston aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.

Train ticket cost for journeys between Gillingham and Preston

Just like airline tickets, train fares vary by the operator, the number of stops, the time of day you travel, how far in advance you book and more. When it comes to timing, while the cheapest tickets on this route are typically €86.08, when booked a month in advance, tickets costs an average of , and when purchased a week in advance, tickets increase to .

How to find cheap train tickets

Booking early nearly always keeps more money in your pocket, but there are other ways to save big on tickets. Refer to our cheap train ticket guide to make sure you make the most out of your travel budget.

Train times for travel from Gillingham to Preston

During the week, the earliest departure time is at 05:50 and the last departure is 23:30. On weekends, the first train departs at 06:40 and the last train leaves at 23:47. On average, a total of 50 trains make this journey each day.

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

On this route spanning 344 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 3 hours and 40 minutes.

Booking horizon for travel between Gillingham and Preston

Tickets for travel between Gillingham and Preston can be booked 4 months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out as possible.

More information on train travel from Gillingham to Preston

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