The average train between Preston and Kent takes 4h 43m and the fastest train takes 3h 35m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston to Kent. 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 Kent. The earliest departure is at 3:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:18 PM which arrives into Kent at 7:55 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 4h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Preston to Kent? 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 Kent. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Kent station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.
Preston to Kent train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Kent train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Ashford International station.
Book your Preston to Kent train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Southeastern and Caledonian Sleeper.
The distance between Preston and Kent is 362.8 km. The road distance is 441 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Lenham via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, and Ashford International in around 4h 1m.