| First train | 04:33 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:03 | |
| Departure station | Preston (Lancs) | |
| Arrival station | Dover Priory | |
| Journey time | From 4h 0m | |
| Distance | 248 miles (399 km) | |
| Frequency | 35 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Southeastern, Southern, TransPennine Express |
If you want to know more about the journey from Preston (Lancs) to Dover Priory by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Preston (Lancs) to Dover Priory by train is 7 hours 43 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 4 hours. You'll usually find 35 trains per day travelling the 248 miles (399 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way to Dover Priory. You'll be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or East Midlands Railway on your way to Dover Priory, as these are the main rail operators on this route.
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