It takes an average of 15h 33m to travel from Preston (Lancs) to Maidstone East by train, over a distance of around 219 miles (352 km). There are normally 1 train per day travelling from Preston (Lancs) to Maidstone East and tickets for this journey start from £45.50 when you book in advance.
First train | 18:48 | |
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Last train | 18:48 | |
Departure station | Preston (Lancs) | |
Arrival station | Maidstone East | |
Journey time | From 15h 33m | |
Distance | 219 miles (352 km) | |
Frequency | 1 train per day | |
Changes | 5 changes | |
Price | From £45.50 | |
Train operators | TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink |
Thinking about taking the train from Preston (Lancs) to Maidstone East? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 15 hours 33 minutes to travel the 219 miles (352 km) from Preston (Lancs) to Maidstone East by train, although you can get there in as little as 15 hours 33 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 1 train per day running on this route. You'll need to make 5 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with East Midlands Railway, Southeastern or Thameslink to Maidstone East. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Preston (Lancs) to Maidstone East in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £45.50. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Maidstone East by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
The average journey time by train between Preston (Lancs) and Maidstone East is 15 hours and 33 minutes, with around 1 train per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Preston (Lancs) to Maidstone East is 15 hours and 33 minutes.
Train ticket prices from Preston (Lancs) to Maidstone East can start from as little as £45.50 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
No, there are no direct train services from Preston (Lancs) to Maidstone East. Travelling from Preston (Lancs) to Maidstone East by train will require a minimum of 5 changes.
The first train from Preston (Lancs) to Maidstone East leaves at 18:48. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Preston (Lancs) to Maidstone East leaves at 18:48. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Preston (Lancs) to Maidstone East cover a distance of around 219 miles (352 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Maidstone East to Preston (Lancs).
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