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

The cheapest way to get from Dartford to Rayleigh is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 28 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Dartford to Rayleigh is to drive which takes 28 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Dartford and Rayleigh?

No, there is no direct bus from Dartford station to Rayleigh. However, there are services departing from Railway Station and arriving at High Street via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Dartford and Rayleigh?

No, there is no direct train from Dartford to Rayleigh. However, there are services departing from Dartford and arriving at Rayleigh via Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Dartford to Rayleigh?

The distance between Dartford and Rayleigh is 43 miles. The road distance is 24 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dartford to Rayleigh without a car is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs £20 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Dartford to Rayleigh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dartford to Rayleigh bus from?

Dartford to Rayleigh bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Dartford to Rayleigh train from?

Dartford to Rayleigh train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Dartford station.

Train or bus from Dartford to Rayleigh?

The best way to get from Dartford to Rayleigh is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs £20 - £35. Alternatively, you can line 100 bus and line 25 bus, which costs £21 - £27 and takes 2h 18m.

Where does the Dartford to Rayleigh bus arrive?

Dartford to Rayleigh bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Dartford to Rayleigh train arrive?

Dartford to Rayleigh train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Woolwich Arsenal station.

Can I drive from Dartford to Rayleigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Dartford to Rayleigh is 24 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Dartford to Rayleigh.

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

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Where can I stay near Rayleigh?

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Dartford to Rayleigh - 5 ways to travel via train, line 27 bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dartford to Woolwich Arsenaltrain
2. Take the train from Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station to Stratford DLR Stationtrain Dlr
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Rayleightrain
1h 30m
£20–32
Drive 23.8 mi
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1. Drive from Dartford to Rayleighcar 23.8 mi
28 min
£6–9
Train, line 27 bus
1. Take the train from Grays to Benfleettrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to The Librarybus 27
1h 45m
£24–32
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dartford to Rayleightaxi 23.8 mi
28 min
£100–130
Line 100 bus, line 25 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to High Streetbus 25 / ...
2h 18m
£21–26

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Distance: 42.3 mi
Duration: 1h 30m

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

You can take a train from Dartford to Rayleigh via Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, and Stratford (London) in around 1h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Dartford to High Street via Railway Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 2h 18m.

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