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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.

2h 26m
Duration
98 mi
Distance
£59
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train via Ashford International

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  1. Take the train from White Notley to Stratford (London)train train Braintree - London Liverpool Street
  2. Take the train from Stratford International to Ashford Internationaltrain train St Pancras International - Margate / ...
2h 18m
£49–86

Essex to Kent train times

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 5:37 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.

Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    Greater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternSoutheastern8h 28m • 3 changes

Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    Greater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternSoutheastern2h 16m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternSoutheastern2h 5m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternSoutheastern2h 18m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternSoutheastern1h 58m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 24, 2026

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    Greater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternSoutheastern2h • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternSoutheastern2h • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternSoutheastern2h • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternSoutheastern2h • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, October 26, 2026

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    Greater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternSoutheastern2h 16m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternSoutheastern2h 5m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternSoutheastern2h 18m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternSoutheastern1h 58m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 27, 2026

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    Greater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternSoutheastern2h 16m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternSoutheastern2h 5m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternSoutheastern2h 18m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternSoutheastern1h 58m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 28, 2026

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    Greater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternSoutheastern2h 16m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternSoutheastern2h 5m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternSoutheastern2h 18m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternSoutheastern1h 58m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

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.

Map of how to get from Essex to Kent.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 98.4 mi
  • Duration: 2h 26m

What companies run services between Essex, England and Kent, England?

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 18m.

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