Folkestone West to Preston (Lancs) by train
| First train | 04:11 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:01 | |
| Departure station | Folkestone West | |
| Arrival station | Preston (Lancs) | |
| Journey time | From 6h 9m | |
| Distance | 246 miles (396 km) | |
| Frequency | 3 trains per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Train operators | TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink |
Travelling from Folkestone West to Preston (Lancs) by train
Looking to travel from Folkestone West to Preston (Lancs) by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 9 hours 35 minutes to travel from Folkestone West to Preston (Lancs) by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 6 hours 9 minutes though. You'll usually find 3 trains per day running along the 246 miles (396 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to Preston (Lancs), as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with East Midlands Railway, Southeastern or Thameslink to get to Preston (Lancs). As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Folkestone West to Preston (Lancs) in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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Cheap train tickets from Folkestone West to Preston (Lancs)
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