The average train between Medway and Essex takes 1h 38m and the fastest train takes 1h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from Medway 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 Medway and Essex. The earliest departure is at 5:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Medway is at 8:05 PM which arrives into Essex at 9:41 PM. All services require a transfer at Stratford International and take an average of 1h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Medway 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 Medway to Essex. However, there are services departing from Medway station and arriving at Essex station via Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.
Medway to Essex train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Strood station.
Medway to Essex train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at White Notley station.
Book your Medway to Essex train tickets online with Southeastern, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Medway and Essex is 46.7 km. The road distance is 103 km.
You can take a train from Strood to White Notley via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, and Stratford (London) in around 2h 10m.