What is the cheapest way to get from Charlton to Gravesend?

The cheapest way to get from Charlton to Gravesend is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 27 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Charlton to Gravesend?

The fastest way to get from Charlton to Gravesend is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs £40 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Charlton and Gravesend?

No, there is no direct bus from Charlton to Gravesend. However, there are services departing from St Luke's Church / Charlton and arriving at Garrick Street via Bexleyheath Clock Tower and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Charlton and Gravesend?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Charlton and arriving at Gravesend. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

How far is it from Charlton to Gravesend?

The distance between Charlton and Gravesend is 16 miles. The road distance is 17.6 miles.

How do I travel from Charlton to Gravesend without a car?

The best way to get from Charlton to Gravesend without a car is to train which takes 41 min and costs £8 - £17.

How long does it take to get from Charlton to Gravesend?

The train from Charlton to Gravesend takes 41 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Charlton to Gravesend bus from?

Charlton to Gravesend bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from St Luke's Church / Charlton station.

Where do I catch the Charlton to Gravesend train from?

Charlton to Gravesend train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Charlton station.

Train or bus from Charlton to Gravesend?

The best way to get from Charlton to Gravesend is to train which takes 41 min and costs £8 - £17. Alternatively, you can line 486 bus and line 96 bus and bus, which costs £3 - £45 and takes 1h 37m.

Where does the Charlton to Gravesend bus arrive?

Charlton to Gravesend bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Friswell Place station.

Where does the Charlton to Gravesend train arrive?

Charlton to Gravesend train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Gravesend station.

Can I drive from Charlton to Gravesend?

Yes, the driving distance between Charlton to Gravesend is 18 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Charlton to Gravesend.

How do I get a train ticket from Charlton to Gravesend?

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Where can I stay near Gravesend?

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Charlton to Gravesend - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 486 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Charlton to Gravesend by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Charlton to Gravesendtrain St Albans City - Gillingham / ...
41 min
£8–17
Line 486 bus, line 96 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Luke's Church / Charlton to Friswell Placebus 486
2. Take the bus from Bexleyheath Clock Tower to Bus Stationbus 96 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Garrick Streetbus B / ...
1h 37m
£4–42
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Charlton to Gravesendtaxi 17.5 mi
27 min
£40–55
Drive 17.5 mi
1. Drive from Charlton to Gravesendcar 17.5 mi
27 min
£5–7

Charlton to Gravesend by train

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Distance: 16.4 mi
Duration: 41 min

What companies run services between Charlton, Greater London, England and Gravesend, England?

Thameslink operates a train from Charlton to Gravesend hourly. Tickets cost £8–17 and the journey takes 41 min. Southeastern also services this route 4 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Luke's Church / Charlton to Garrick Street via Friswell Place, Bexleyheath Clock Tower, and Bus Station in around 1h 37m.

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