The cheapest and fastest trains from Swanley to Preston
Cheapest price
£229
Average price
£229
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 5 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
328 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swanley to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swanley to Preston will cost around £229 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £229.
Of the 1 trains that leave Swanley for Preston every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 328 km distance in an average of 4 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Live departures
Swanley to Preston train times
The table below shows live departures for Swanley to Preston trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 4 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:34 Swanley | 4h05 | 08:39 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swanley to Preston
Take a train from Swanley to Preston and enjoy the approximately 328 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:32, the last at 20:11.
Distance 328 km |
Average train duration 2h 47m |
Trains per day 5 |
First train 05:32 |
Last train 20:11 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Swanley to Preston trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Swanley and Preston. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Swanley to Preston train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swanley 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
Important Stations and Airports in Swanley and Preston
- 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24 hours, located adjacent to the station with access from Butler Street.
- Rise
- The Olive Tree Brasserie
- Turtle Bay
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.30
- Holiday Inn Express Preston - South
- Delta Hotels Preston
- Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for long-distance services
- Hall 2: platforms 4-6 for regional and local services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Northern, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express services
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