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

The cheapest way to get from Dartford to London is to rideshare which costs £3 and takes 50 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Dartford to London is to taxi which takes 36 min and costs £130 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Dartford and London?

No, there is no direct bus from Dartford to London. However, there are services departing from Constance Grove and arriving at Charing Cross via Bexleyheath Clock Tower. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

Is there a direct train between Dartford and London?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dartford and arriving at London Charing Cross. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 49 min.

How far is it from Dartford to London?

The distance between Dartford and London is 17 miles. The road distance is 18 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dartford to London without a car is to train which takes 49 min and costs £8 - £18.

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

The train from Dartford to London Charing Cross takes 49 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Dartford to London bus from?

Dartford to London bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Constance Grove station.

Where do I catch the Dartford to London train from?

Dartford to London train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dartford station.

Train or bus from Dartford to London?

The best way to get from Dartford to London is to train which takes 49 min and costs £8 - £18. Alternatively, you can line 96 bus and bus, which costs £2 - £95 and takes 2h.

Where does the Dartford to London bus arrive?

Dartford to London bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Bexleyheath Clock Tower station.

Where does the Dartford to London train arrive?

Dartford to London train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Charing Cross station.

Can I drive from Dartford to London?

Yes, the driving distance between Dartford to London is 18 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Dartford to London.

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

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Where can I stay near London?

There are 21953+ hotels available in London.

Can I share a ride from Dartford to London?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Dartford and London. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Dartford to London - 5 ways to travel via train, line 96 bus, bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Dartford to London by train, bus, rideshare, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dartford to London Charing Crosstrain Dartford - London Charing Cross / ...
49 min
£8–18
Line 96 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Constance Grove to Bexleyheath Clock Towerbus 96 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bexleyheath Clock Tower to Charing Crossbus N89 / ...
2h
£3–93
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Dartford to Londonrideshare 17.8 mi
50 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dartford to Londontaxi 17.9 mi
36 min
£130–160
Drive 17.9 mi
1. Drive from Dartford to Londoncar 17.9 mi
36 min
£5–7

Dartford to London by train

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Distance: 17 mi
Duration: 49 min

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

Southeastern operates a train from Dartford to London Charing Cross every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £8–18 and the journey takes 49 min. Thameslink also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Constance Grove to Charing Cross via Bexleyheath Clock Tower in around 2h.

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