Preston to Dartford by train

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Overview: trains from Preston to Dartford

Find the key information for travelling by train from Preston to Dartford, 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 00:57 View journey
Last train 23:35 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 30m View journey
Distance (km) 324
Trains / day 30 View all
Cheapest journey €125.58 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 19m
Train operators 6

Taking the train from Preston to Dartford

So you’re considering going from Preston to Dartford by train? To ensure you have the smoothest, most carefree travel, keep this page handy.

Train travel between Preston and Dartford: train ticket prices

Cost of train tickets from Preston to Dartford:

  • Cheapest tickets: €125.58

  • Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance:

Tickets go on sale 3 and a half months in advance.

Preston to Dartford train schedule

  • The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 00:57.

  • The latest weekday train along this route departs at 21:18.

  • The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 05:58.

  • The latest weekend train along this route departs at 23:35.

  • 30 trains run along this route each day.

  • Trains leave the station every 25 minutes.

Train travel time and distance from Preston to Dartford

Trains can complete this route in as little as 3 hours and 30 minutes. The total distance travelled is 324 kilometres.

Booking Preston to Dartford trains in advance

Booking your Preston to Dartford tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 3 and a half months before departure.

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More information on train travel from Preston to Dartford

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Dartford city guide to get you started.

FAQs about the train journey from Preston to Dartford

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The total distance from Preston to Dartford is 324 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.