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Compare train and flight for West Malling to Preston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from West Malling to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $147. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $147, and a flight costs an average of $155.
Distance: 215 miles (347 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$147 Average price Cheapest | $155 Average price | $91 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 46m Average total duration 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from West Malling to Preston:
A train is $8 (€7) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from West Malling to Preston costing on average $155 (€128).
Other travel options to Preston take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 16m.
You'll arrive about 1h 16m sooner (3h 16m by train vs 4h 32m by car). Tickets start at around $147 (€121) compared to roughly $91 (€75) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from West Malling to Preston
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from West Malling to Preston run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $147 (€121) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 17:38. The fastest train covers the 215 miles (347 km) distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 215 miles (347 km) |
Average train duration 3h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $147 (€121) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 0m |
First train 5:33 AM |
Last train 5:38 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Southeastern from West Malling to Preston trainsAvanti West Coast, Southeastern trains will get you between West Malling and Preston from $147 (€121). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from West Malling to Preston
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from West Malling to Preston by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Preston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from West Malling to Preston
Most West Malling to Preston trains use the West Malling to Preston station pair. Use this guide to compare West Malling and Preston train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which West Malling station do trains to Preston leave from?
Getting to West Malling from West Malling city centre
West Malling train station facilities and services
West Malling has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at West Malling.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at West Malling. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at West Malling: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at West Malling: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at West Malling: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B2. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to booking hall and side entrance to Platform 1 for services to London. Step free access to Platform 2 for services towards Maidstone and Ashford via side entrance from Station Road North off Lucks Hill. No step free interchange between platforms. Stepped access between platforms via station footbridge, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: On platforms 1 and 2, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Preston station do trains from West Malling arrive at?
Getting to Preston from Preston city centre
Preston is 1 km from Preston city centre. Public transport options include:
Preston train station facilities and services
Preston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rise, The Olive Tree Brasserie, Turtle Bay
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Preston. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Preston. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Preston: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Preston: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Preston: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Preston - South, Delta Hotels Preston, Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel.
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