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The average train between Hull and Kent takes 4h 48m and the fastest train takes 3h 47m. There is a train service every few hours from Hull 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.

4h 48m
Duration
262 mi
Distance
£105
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Doncaster

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  1. Take the train from Hull to Doncastertrain train
  2. Take the train from Doncaster to King's Crosstrain train
  3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ashford Internationaltrain train
4h 19m
£72–164

Hull to Kent train times

Trains run hourly between Hull and Kent. The earliest departure is at 5:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hull is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Kent at 8:07 AM. All services require a transfer at Doncaster and take an average of 4h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)SoutheasternSoutheastern4h 15m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)SoutheasternSoutheastern4h 14m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)SoutheasternSoutheastern4h 18m • 3 changes

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    Hull TrainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)SoutheasternSoutheastern4h 6m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)SoutheasternSoutheastern3h 51m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)SoutheasternSoutheastern4h 10m • 3 changes

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    Hull TrainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)SoutheasternSoutheastern3h 53m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)SoutheasternSoutheastern4h 9m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)SoutheasternSoutheastern3h 51m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)SoutheasternSoutheastern4h 10m • 3 changes

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    Hull TrainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)SoutheasternSoutheastern3h 53m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)SoutheasternSoutheastern4h 9m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Hull 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 Hull to Kent.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 261.9 mi
  • Duration: 4h 48m

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

You can take a train from Hull to Lenham via Doncaster, London Kings Cross, London St Pancras Intl, and Ashford International in around 4h 19m.

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