The average train between Kent and Essex takes 2h 31m and the fastest train takes 1h 56m. There is a train service every few hours from Kent to Essex. 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 Essex. The earliest departure is at 12:47 AM at night, and the last departure from Kent is at 7:18 PM which arrives into Essex at 9:41 PM. All services require a transfer at Ashford International and take an average of 2h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Kent to Essex? 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 Essex. However, there are services departing from Kent station and arriving at Essex station via Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.
Kent to Essex train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.
Kent to Essex train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at White Notley station.
Book your Kent to Essex train tickets online with Southeastern, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Kent and Essex is 65.7 km. The road distance is 158 km.
You can take a train from Lenham to White Notley via Ashford International, Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, and Stratford (London) in around 2h 46m.