The average train between Preston and Eltham takes 4h 11m and the fastest train takes 3h 7m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston to Eltham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Preston and Eltham. The earliest departure is at 3:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:18 PM which arrives into Eltham at 7:11 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 4h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Preston to Eltham? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Preston to Eltham. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Eltham station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.
Preston to Eltham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Eltham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.
Book your Preston to Eltham train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Preston and Eltham is 317.4 km. The road distance is 352 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to London Euston hourly. Tickets cost £70–130 and the journey takes 2h 16m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route twice daily.