The cheapest and fastest trains from Gravesend to Dartford
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$10
Fastest journey
11 m
Average duration
14 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
11 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gravesend to Dartford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gravesend to Dartford will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 6 trains that leave Gravesend for Dartford on Tue, May 12, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 12 the direct trains cover the 11 km distance in an average of 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 m .
On Tue, May 12 the slowest trains will take 16 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.
P6382412:03 PM0h16Gravesend station (GRV)12:19 PMDartford station (DFD)$101One-way0 transfers
W5769112:29 PM0h16Gravesend station (GRV)12:45 PMDartford station (DFD)$101One-way0 transfers
P0095812:19 PM0h11Gravesend station (GRV)12:30 PMDartford station (DFD)$101One-way0 transfers
P6382812:33 PM0h16Gravesend station (GRV)12:49 PMDartford station (DFD)$101One-way0 transfers
P6391312:49 PM0h11Gravesend station (GRV)1:00 PMDartford station (DFD)$101One-way0 transfers
P0095812:19 PM0h11Gravesend station (GRV)12:30 PMDartford station (DFD)$101One-way0 transfers
P6391312:49 PM0h11Gravesend station (GRV)1:00 PMDartford station (DFD)$101One-way0 transfers
P6382412:03 PM0h16Gravesend station (GRV)12:19 PMDartford station (DFD)$101One-way0 transfers
W5769112:29 PM0h16Gravesend station (GRV)12:45 PMDartford station (DFD)$101One-way0 transfers
P6382812:33 PM0h16Gravesend station (GRV)12:49 PMDartford station (DFD)$101One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Gravesend to Dartford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gravesend to Dartford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $5, and a bus costs an average of $10.
Distance: 6 miles (11 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$8 Average price Cheapest | $10 Average price | $3 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
45m Average total duration Fastest 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Gravesend to Dartford:
A train is $1 (€0.96) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Gravesend to Dartford costing on average $10 (€8).
Other travel options to Dartford take longer:
Bus takes on average 30m.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (15m by train vs 20m by car). Tickets start at around $8 (€7) compared to roughly $3 (€3) 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.
Direct services run with Southeastern, Thameslink, Southeastern.
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.
Live departures
Gravesend to Dartford train times
The table below shows live departures for Gravesend to Dartford trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, May 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:18 AM Gravesend | 0h12 | 8:30 AM Dartford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:49 PM Gravesend | 0h11 | 2:00 PM Dartford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:29 PM Gravesend | 0h16 | 4:45 PM Dartford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:03 PM Gravesend | 0h16 | 5:19 PM Dartford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:19 PM Gravesend | 0h11 | 6:30 PM Dartford | 0 transfersDirect |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Southeastern, but also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink or Southeastern to find the best option for your trip from Gravesend to Dartford.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Gravesend to Dartford.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Gravesend to Dartford
Trains from Gravesend to Dartford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 6 miles (11 km) distance in 11m.
Distance 6 miles (11 km) |
Average train duration 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 11m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Southeastern, Thameslink from Gravesend to Dartford trainsSoutheastern, Thameslink trains will get you between Gravesend and Dartford from $5 (€4). 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 Gravesend to Dartford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gravesend to Dartford 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 Dartford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gravesend to Dartford
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 05:45 - 20:00 Sunday 06:45 - 20:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Type of shops available: newspapers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Direct step free access to Platform 0 for services towards London via the main entrance on Rathmore Road. Direct step free access to Platform 2 for services away from London via the side entrance on Clive Road. Direct step free access to Platform 1 from Platform 0. All platforms and interchange via lifts or steps from the station overbridge.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: in the booking hall on Platform 0 entrance.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Platform 0 & 2- Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: platform 0&2- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 2- Available during staffing hours
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platform 0 Only available when staff present
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: both sides of station
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Clive Road
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:40 Saturday 06:10 - 19:40 Sunday 07:10 - 20:40 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Type of shops available: newspapers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs.
- 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: 2 x in booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Booking Hall - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Booking Hall - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Booking Hall- Available during staffing hours
- Waiting rooms location: Unheated waiting shelter on Platform 1 and 2 Only available when staff present
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: by station entrance.
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Approach
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