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

The cheapest way to get from Gravesend to Charlton is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 29 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Gravesend to Charlton is to taxi which takes 29 min and costs £45 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Gravesend and Charlton?

No, there is no direct bus from Gravesend to Charlton. However, there are services departing from Garrick Street and arriving at St Luke's Church / Charlton via Bus Station and Bexleyheath Clock Tower. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Gravesend and Charlton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gravesend and arriving at Charlton. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Gravesend to Charlton?

The distance between Gravesend and Charlton is 16 miles. The road distance is 17.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gravesend to Charlton without a car is to train which takes 39 min and costs £8 - £17.

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

The train from Gravesend to Charlton takes 39 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Gravesend to Charlton bus from?

Gravesend to Charlton bus services, operated by Kent Fastrack, depart from Garrick Street station.

Where do I catch the Gravesend to Charlton train from?

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

Train or bus from Gravesend to Charlton?

The best way to get from Gravesend to Charlton is to train which takes 39 min and costs £8 - £17. Alternatively, you can bus and line 96 bus, which costs £3 - £50 and takes 1h 41m.

Where does the Gravesend to Charlton bus arrive?

Gravesend to Charlton bus services, operated by Kent Fastrack, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Gravesend to Charlton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gravesend to Charlton?

Yes, the driving distance between Gravesend to Charlton is 18 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Gravesend to Charlton.

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

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Gravesend to Charlton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 96 bus, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gravesend to Charltontrain Gillingham / ...
39 min
£8–17
Bus, line 96 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Garrick Street to Bus Stationbus B / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bexleyheath Clock Towerbus 96
3. Take the bus from Bexleyheath Clock Tower to St Luke's Church / Charltonbus 486
1h 41m
£4–46
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gravesend to Charltontaxi 17.8 mi
29 min
£45–55
Drive 17.8 mi
1. Drive from Gravesend to Charltoncar 17.8 mi
29 min
£5–7

Gravesend to Charlton by train

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Distance: 16.4 mi
Duration: 39 min

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

Thameslink operates a train from Gravesend to Charlton hourly. Tickets cost £8–17 and the journey takes 39 min. Southeastern also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Garrick Street to St Luke's Church / Charlton via Bus Station and Bexleyheath Clock Tower in around 1h 41m.

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