Next train departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Dartford | Victoria Rail Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Swanley | London Bridge | Fastest | ||||
 | Train | Purfleet | London Fenchurch Street | No tags | ||||
 | Train | Eynsford | London Blackfriars | No tags | ||||
| Train | Slade Green | London Bridge | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Dartford to London
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 128, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dartford to London by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Dartford to London?
The cheapest train tickets from Dartford to London start from R 128. The average price for this train route is around R 235. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Dartford to London?
The average train journey time from Dartford to London is 35m, covering a distance of 19 km. The quickest train can get you there in 16m and is operated by ThamesLink.
Which train operators serve the Dartford to London route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 90 trains available per day, including services from Southeastern, ThamesLink, c2c.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Dartford to London?
The earliest train from Dartford to London departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 22:47.
Which is the best train operator from Dartford to London?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Southeastern, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Dartford to London?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Southeastern has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Dartford to London?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Southeastern, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Dartford to London?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Southeastern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Dartford to London was searched and found on 25 Jan 2026 with a price of R 117To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Dartford to London as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 117 to R 782 for a train ticket from Dartford to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 136, which is on 2026-01-27.
