Train from Dartford to London: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Dartford to London on 30 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
c2cTrain
Purfleet
London Fenchurch StreetCheapest
SoutheasternTrain
Crayford
London BridgeFastest
SoutheasternTrain
Crayford
London BridgeNo tags
c2cTrain
Purfleet
London Fenchurch StreetNo tags
ThamesLinkTrain
Eynsford
London BlackfriarsNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Dartford to London

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 36 minutes and with fares starting at just R 125, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

89train per day
36mAverage duration
19 kmDistance
0kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 150 - R 299Average duration1h 10m
1kg CO₂e
Average priceR 125 - R 848Average duration36m
0kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 81 - R 81Average duration40m
1kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dartford to London by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Dartford to London?

    The cheapest train tickets from Dartford to London start from R 125. The average price for this train route is around R 231. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Dartford to London?

    The average train journey time from Dartford to London is 36m, covering a distance of 19 km. The quickest train can get you there in 16m and is operated by ThamesLink.

  3. Which train operators serve the Dartford to London route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 89 trains available per day, including services from Southeastern, ThamesLink, c2c.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Dartford to London?

    The earliest train from Dartford to London departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 22:47.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Dartford to London?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Southeastern, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Dartford to London?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Southeastern has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Dartford to London?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Southeastern, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Dartford to London?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Southeastern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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R 116
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R 116
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R 159
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