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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Dartford is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 36 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Gatwick to Dartford is to drive which takes 36 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick and Dartford?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick to Dartford. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport North Terminal and arriving at Prospect Place via Ebbsfleet International station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick and Dartford?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick to Dartford. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Dartford via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 18m.

How far is it from Gatwick to Dartford?

The distance between Gatwick and Dartford is 43 miles. The road distance is 35.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick to Dartford without a car is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs £21 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 18m to get from Gatwick to Dartford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Dartford bus from?

Gatwick to Dartford bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gatwick Airport North Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Dartford train from?

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

Train or bus from Gatwick to Dartford?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Dartford is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs £21 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 21m.

Where does the Gatwick to Dartford bus arrive?

Gatwick to Dartford bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Stratford - Montfichet Road station.

Where does the Gatwick to Dartford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gatwick to Dartford?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick to Dartford is 35 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Gatwick to Dartford.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Gatwick 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 18m
£21–42
Drive 35.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gatwick to Dartfordcar 35.3 mi
36 min
£9–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to London Stratford - Montfichet Roadbus Uk066
2. Take the bus from Ebbsfleet International station to Prospect Placebus B / ...
2h 21m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gatwick to Dartfordtaxi 35.3 mi
36 min
£75–90
Line 400 bus, line 466 bus, line 314 bus
1. Take the bus from St Bartholomews Church to Westway Commonbus 400
2. Take the bus from Westway Common to Addington Village Interchangebus 466
3. Take the bus from Addington Village Interchange to New Elthambus 314
3h 21m
£9–15

Gatwick to Dartford by train

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Distance: 42.9 mi
Duration: 1h 18m

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

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Dartford via London Bridge in around 1h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to Prospect Place via London Stratford - Montfichet Road, Stratford International, Ebbsfleet International, and Ebbsfleet International station in around 2h 21m.

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