Learn English – Is it common to use “between” with the preposition “to”

I fear your categorization is based on unsound foundations, but let's just look at along:

The signs were on buildings along Main Street.

Passive.

He traveled along roads that were long and painted purple.

Active.

Assuming that I correctly understand how you're categorizing prepositions, then it's a preposition that can be in either state.

As far as contrast between goes, I would use phrasing similar to:

A resolution has been achieved, providing a clear contrast between the journey's start and its end.

Or you can use contrast with:

Now that a resolution has been achieved, the journey's end stands in clear contrast with its start.

Or you can use contrast to:

With the achievement of a resolution, the end of the journey stands in clear contrast to its start.

Note that I am using end. If the journey is not actually finished, then I would suggest current state or now.

Also, I haven't incorporated your use of where into my examples—I don't know if geographical location is an important aspect of what you're trying to convey or not. If it is, consider the location of the journey's start and either its final destination or its current location.

Hopefully this helps.