The average train between Kent and Beckton takes 1h 48m and the fastest train takes 1h 29m. There is an hourly train service from Kent to Beckton. 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 hourly between Kent and Beckton. The earliest departure is at 12:47 AM at night, and the last departure from Kent is at 10:52 PM which arrives into Beckton at 12:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Ashford International and take an average of 1h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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1h 41m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Kent to Beckton? 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 Kent to Beckton. However, there are services departing from Ashford International station and arriving at Beckton DLR Station via Stratford International station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.
Kent to Beckton train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.
Kent to Beckton train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), arrive at Beckton DLR Station.
The distance between Kent and Beckton is 54.3 km. The road distance is 70 km.
You can take a train from Lenham to Beckton DLR Station via Ashford International, Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, and Canning Town DLR Station in around 1h 43m.