Trains to Preston (Lancs) from Dover Priory
| First train | 03:58 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:03 | |
| Departure station | Dover Priory | |
| Arrival station | Preston (Lancs) | |
| Journey time | From 3h 50m | |
| Distance | 248 miles (399 km) | |
| Frequency | 26 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Lumo, Southeastern, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales |
Travel from Dover Priory to Preston (Lancs) by train in 3 hours 50 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Dover Priory to Preston (Lancs) by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Dover Priory to Preston (Lancs) by train is 6 hours 40 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 3 hours 50 minutes. You'll usually find 26 trains per day travelling the 248 miles (399 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way to Preston (Lancs). You'll be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Lumo or Transport for Wales on your way to Preston (Lancs), as these are the main rail operators on this route.
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