Bus from London to Dartford: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from London to Dartford on 25 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National ExpressBus
    		Victoria Coach Station
    		Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre)Cheapest
    National ExpressBus
      		Old Kent Rd
      		Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre)Fastest
      National ExpressBus
        		Victoria Coach Station
        		Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre)No tags
        National ExpressBus
          		Victoria Coach Station
          		Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre)No tags
          National ExpressBus
            		Victoria Coach Station
            		Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre)No tags

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            Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Dartford

            We recommend taking the train

            Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Dartford. The journey takes about 36 minutes and with fares starting at just £6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            98train per day
            36mAverage duration
            11 milesDistance
            0kgCO₂ emissions
            Bus
            		Average price£7 - £13Average duration1h 5m
            1kg CO₂e
            Train
            		Average price£6 - £28Average duration36m
            0kg CO₂e
            Carpool
            		Average price£3 - £3Average duration40m
            1kg CO₂e

            Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from London to Dartford

            Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

            1. How much is the bus ticket from London to Dartford?

              The cheapest coach tickets from London to Dartford start from £7. The average price for this route is around £8. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

            2. How long is the bus journey from London to Dartford?

              The average bus journey time from London to Dartford is 1h 5m, covering a distance of 16 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 50m and is operated by National Express.

            3. Which bus companies service the London to Dartford route?

              Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day.

            4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from London to Dartford?

              The earliest bus departs from London to Dartford at 09:05. And the latest bus departs at 21:55.

            5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Dartford?

              A bus journey from London to Dartford produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

            Find cheapest prices for buses

            Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

            Best price found
            22/01
            £6
            23/01
            £6
            Today
            £6
            25/01
            £7
            26/01
            £5
            27/01
            £5
            28/01
            £5
            29/01
            £5
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Dartford was searched and found on 26 Jan 2026 with a price of £5

            To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from London to Dartford as early as possible.

            You can expect to pay from £5 to £14 for a bus ticket from London to Dartford based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £5, which is on 2026-01-26.

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