Explore Preston to Gravesend by rail

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

Train cost between Preston to Gravesend

Getting from Preston to Gravesend by rail typically costs €60.16, 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 Gravesend daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Gravesend on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 30 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • 00:57: departure of first train Monday-Friday

  • 21:18: departure of last train Monday-Friday

  • 06:57: departure of first train on weekends

  • 20:17: departure of last train on weekends

  • Every 21 minutes: frequency of train departures

Preston to Gravesend train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 331 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 3 hours and 9 minutes.

Booking horizon for travel between Preston and Gravesend

Tickets for travel between Preston and Gravesend can be booked 3 months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out as possible.

Learn even more about travelling from Preston to Gravesend by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Gravesend.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Preston to Gravesend by train?

The trip from Preston to Gravesend covers a distance of 331 kilometres.

What’s the cost of a train ticket from Preston to Gravesend?

The cheapest ticket for this journey starts at €60.16. Tickets booked 30 days in advance typically cost around . If booked 7 days in advance, the price is typically .

How far in advance can I book my Preston to Gravesend train tickets?

Tickets for this route become available 3 months before the travel date.

How long does the train take from Preston to Gravesend?

The fastest journey takes 3 hours and 9 minutes.