The average train between Essex and Kent takes 2h 26m and the fastest train takes 1h 57m. There is a train service every few hours from Essex to Kent. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Essex and Kent. The earliest departure is at 6:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essex is at 9:08 PM which arrives into Kent at 5:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Stratford (London) and take an average of 2h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Essex to Kent? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Essex to Kent. However, there are services departing from Essex station and arriving at Kent station via Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.
Essex to Kent train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from White Notley station.
Essex to Kent train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Ashford International station.
Book your Essex to Kent train tickets online with Greater Anglia, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) and Southeastern.
The distance between Essex and Kent is 65.7 km. The road distance is 158 km.
You can take a train from White Notley to Lenham via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford International, and Ashford International in around 2h 12m.