What is the cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Dartford?

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Dartford is to drive which costs £9 - £13 and takes 39 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Dartford?

The fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Dartford is to drive which takes 39 min and costs £9 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick Airport and Dartford?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick Airport station to Dartford. However, there are services departing from East Croydon Rail Station and arriving at Pizza Hut via Railway Station Azalea Drive. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick Airport and Dartford?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick Airport to Dartford. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Dartford via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 19m.

How far is it from Gatwick Airport to Dartford?

The distance between Gatwick Airport and Dartford is 43 miles. The road distance is 37.5 miles.

How do I travel from Gatwick Airport to Dartford without a car?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Dartford without a car is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs £21 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Gatwick Airport to Dartford?

It takes approximately 1h 19m to get from Gatwick Airport to Dartford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Dartford bus from?

Gatwick Airport to Dartford bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from East Croydon Rail Station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Dartford train from?

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

Train or bus from Gatwick Airport to Dartford?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Dartford is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs £21 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus and line 477 bus, which costs and takes 1h 48m.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Dartford bus arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Dartford bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Bromley South Station.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Dartford train arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Dartford train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Gatwick Airport to Dartford?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick Airport to Dartford is 38 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Gatwick Airport to Dartford.

How do I get a train ticket from Gatwick Airport to Dartford?

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Gatwick Airport to Dartford - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 477 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridgetrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Dartfordtrain London Cannon Street - Dartford / ...
1h 19m
£22–43
Drive 37.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gatwick Airport to Dartfordcar 37.3 mi
39 min
£9–13
Bus, line 477 bus
1. Take the bus from East Croydon Rail Station to Bromley South Stationbus Sl5
2. Take the bus from Railway Station Azalea Drive to Pizza Hutbus D30 / ...
1h 48m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gatwick Airport to Dartfordtaxi 37.3 mi
39 min
£75–95
Train via London Victoria
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoriatrain Bognor Regis - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Dartfordtrain London Victoria - Gravesend / ...
1h 43m
£23–49

Gatwick Airport to Dartford by train

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Distance: 42.9 mi
Duration: 1h 19m

What companies run services between Gatwick Airport, England and Dartford, England?

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Dartford via London Bridge in around 1h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Pizza Hut via East Croydon, East Croydon Rail Station, Bromley South Station, Bromley South, Swanley, and Railway Station Azalea Drive in around 1h 48m.

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