The average train between Preston and Maidstone takes 4h 27m and the fastest train takes 3h 55m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston to Maidstone. 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 Maidstone. The earliest departure is at 3:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:18 PM which arrives into Maidstone at 7:18 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 4h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Preston to Maidstone? 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 Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Maidstone station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.
Preston to Maidstone train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Maidstone train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Maidstone East station.
Book your Preston to Maidstone train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Preston and Maidstone is 352.8 km. The road distance is 402 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Maidstone East via London Euston, Euston station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 3h 53m.