What is the cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Dartford?

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Dartford is to rideshare which costs £3 and takes 1h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Dartford?

The fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Dartford is to taxi which takes 32 min and costs £160 - £190.

Is there a direct bus between Waterloo Station and Dartford?

No, there is no direct bus from Waterloo Station to Dartford. However, there are services departing from Lower Marsh and arriving at Priory Hill via Woolwich Arsenal Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Waterloo Station and Dartford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Waterloo East and arriving at Dartford. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 43 min.

How far is it from Waterloo Station to Dartford?

The distance between Waterloo Station and Dartford is 17 miles. The road distance is 16.8 miles.

How do I travel from Waterloo Station to Dartford without a car?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Dartford without a car is to train via London Bridge which takes 44 min and costs £7 - £15.

How long does it take to get from Waterloo Station to Dartford?

It takes approximately 44 min to get from Waterloo Station to Dartford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Dartford bus from?

Waterloo Station to Dartford bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from Lower Marsh station.

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Dartford train from?

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

Train or bus from Waterloo Station to Dartford?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Dartford is to train via London Bridge which takes 44 min and costs £7 - £15. Alternatively, you can line 53 bus and line 96 bus, which costs £2 - £5 and takes 2h 2m.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Dartford bus arrive?

Waterloo Station to Dartford bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at Vincent Road /Woolwich Arsenal station.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Dartford train arrive?

Waterloo Station to Dartford train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Dartford station.

Can I drive from Waterloo Station to Dartford?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo Station to Dartford is 17 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Waterloo Station to Dartford.

How do I get a train ticket from Waterloo Station to Dartford?

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Where can I stay near Dartford?

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Can I share a ride from Waterloo Station to Dartford?

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

Waterloo Station to Dartford - 7 ways to travel via train, and line 53 bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Waterloo Station to Dartford by train, bus, taxi, car, or rideshare

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Train via London Bridge
best
1. Take the train from London Bridge to Dartfordtrain London Charing Cross - Gravesend / ...
44 min
£8–15
Line 53 bus, line 96 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lower Marsh to Vincent Road /Woolwich Arsenalbus 53 / ...
2. Take the bus from Woolwich Arsenal Station to Priory Hillbus 96
2h 2m
£3–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Waterloo Station to Dartfordtaxi 16.7 mi
32 min
£160–190
Drive 16.7 mi
1. Drive from Waterloo Station to Dartfordcar 16.7 mi
32 min
£5–6
Train
1. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Dartfordtrain London Charing Cross - Gravesend / ...
47 min
£8–15
Train #2
1. Take the train from London Blackfriars to Dartfordtrain Luton - Rainham / ...
1h 4m
£9–12
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from London to Bexleyrideshare 14.9 mi
1h 1m
£3

Waterloo Station to Dartford by subway and train

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Distance: 16.5 mi
Duration: 44 min

What companies run services between Waterloo Station, England and Dartford, England?

Southeastern operates a train from London Bridge to Dartford every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £7–14 and the journey takes 37 min. Thameslink also services this route every 30 minutes. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Waterloo Station to Priory Hill via Lower Marsh, Vincent Road /Woolwich Arsenal, and Woolwich Arsenal Station in around 2h 2m.

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