What is the cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Preston is to drive which costs £70 - £110 and takes 4h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Folkestone to Preston?

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Preston is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £65 - £270.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Preston. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Preston via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Preston?

The distance between Folkestone and Preston is 280 miles. The road distance is 296.3 miles.

How do I travel from Folkestone to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Preston without a car is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £65 - £270.

How long does it take to get from Folkestone to Preston?

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Folkestone to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Preston train from?

Folkestone to Preston train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.

Where does the Folkestone to Preston train arrive?

Folkestone to Preston train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Folkestone to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Preston is 296 miles. It takes approximately 4h 48m to drive from Folkestone to Preston.

How do I get a train ticket from Folkestone to Preston?

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Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2113+ hotels available in Preston.

Folkestone to Preston - 7 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Folkestone to Preston by train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras IntlRamsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to PrestonLondon Euston - Preston / ...
3h 40m
£69–267
Train via Nottingham
cheapest
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Nottingham
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Manchester Piccadilly
4. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Preston
6h 43m
£63–230
Drive 294.6 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Preston294.6 mi
4h 48m
£72–104
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intl
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Preston
5h 18m
£84–288
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)SOU - MAN
4. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Preston
5h 57m
£110–310
Train to London City Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford International
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Liverpool (LPL)LCY - LPL
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Preston
6h 49m
£245–789
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Gatwick Airport
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Liverpool (LPL)LGW - LPL
4. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Preston
7h 36m
£103–242

Folkestone to Preston by train and foot

137Weekly Services

3h 40mAverage Duration

£69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 278 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Folkestone, England and Preston, England?

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Preston via London St Pancras Intl and London Euston in around 3h 40m.

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