Sittingbourne to Preston by train

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Overview: trains from Sittingbourne to Preston

Find the key information for travelling by train from Sittingbourne to Preston, 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 05:37 View journey
Last train 23:33 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 52m View journey
Distance (km) 356
Trains / day 41 View all
Cheapest journey €135.54 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 35m
Train operators 5

Going from Sittingbourne to Preston by train

About to set off from Sittingbourne to Preston by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Cost of a train ticket between Sittingbourne and Preston

The cheapest ticket price along this route is €135.54. 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 3 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 schedule for travel between Sittingbourne and Preston

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 41 trains make this journey of 356 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Sittingbourne is at 05:37 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 23:15.

During the weekend, 06:35 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 23:33 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 15 minutes.

How long is the train journey from Sittingbourne to Preston?

This journey covers a total of 356 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 3 hours and 52 minutes.

How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Sittingbourne and Preston?

You can secure tickets for travel between Sittingbourne and Preston up to 3 months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.

Maximising your travels to Preston

For a smooth travel experience, explore our help articles. Start planning your holiday and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Preston.

FAQs about the train journey from Sittingbourne to Preston

Want to know more about your journey from Sittingbourne to Preston? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The trip from Sittingbourne to Preston covers a distance of 356 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.