What is the cheapest way to get from Central London to Dartford?

The cheapest way to get from Central London to Dartford is to drive which costs £6 - £9 and takes 54 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Central London to Dartford?

The fastest way to get from Central London to Dartford is to drive which takes 54 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Central London and Dartford?

No, there is no direct bus from Central London to Dartford. However, there are services departing from Wilkes Road and arriving at Priory Hill via Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross and Bexleyheath Clock Tower. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Central London and Dartford?

No, there is no direct train from Central London to Dartford. However, there are services departing from Ealing Broadway and arriving at Dartford via Abbey Wood (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.

How far is it from Central London to Dartford?

The distance between Central London and Dartford is 28 miles. The road distance is 25.7 miles.

How do I travel from Central London to Dartford without a car?

The best way to get from Central London to Dartford without a car is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs £17 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Central London to Dartford?

It takes approximately 1h 21m to get from Central London to Dartford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Central London to Dartford bus from?

Central London to Dartford bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from Wilkes Road station.

Where do I catch the Central London to Dartford train from?

Central London to Dartford train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Brentford station.

Train or bus from Central London to Dartford?

The best way to get from Central London to Dartford is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs £17 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £100 and takes 2h 26m.

Where does the Central London to Dartford bus arrive?

Central London to Dartford bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, arrive at Charing Cross station.

Where does the Central London to Dartford train arrive?

Central London to Dartford train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Central London to Dartford?

Yes, the driving distance between Central London to Dartford is 26 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Central London to Dartford.

How do I get a train ticket from Central London to Dartford?

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Where can I stay near Dartford?

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Central London to Dartford - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Central London to Dartford by train, bus, car, taxi, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ealing Broadway to Abbey Woodtrain Elizabeth
1h 21m
£18–37
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wilkes Road to Charing Crossbus N9
2. Take the bus from Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross to Bexleyheath Clock Towerbus N89 / ...
2h 26m
£4–100
Drive 25.6 mi
1. Drive from Central London to Dartfordcar 25.6 mi
54 min
£7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Central London to Dartfordtaxi 25.6 mi
54 min
£110–140
Train via London Waterloo East
1. Take the train from Brentford to London Waterlootrain Windsor & Eton Riverside - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Dartfordtrain London Charing Cross - Gravesend / ...
1h 29m
£12–27
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Northfields station to King's Cross St. Pancras stationsubway Piccadilly
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Dartfordtrain Luton - Rainham / ...
1h 54m
£18–54

Central London to Dartford by bus

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Distance: 28.3 mi
Duration: 1h 21m

What companies run services between Central London, England and Dartford, England?

Elizabeth Line (TfL) operates a train from Ealing Broadway to Abbey Wood every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £14–29 and the journey takes 43 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wilkes Road to Priory Hill via Charing Cross, Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross, and Bexleyheath Clock Tower in around 2h 26m.

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