How much does a cheap train ticket from Dartford to London cost?

The average train ticket price from Dartford to London is $21. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Dartford to London is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the trip from Dartford to London?

A train trip between Dartford and London is around 36m, although the fastest train will take about 16m. This is the time it takes to travel the 26 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Dartford and London?

The number of trains from Dartford to London can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 69. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Dartford to London by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Dartford to London?

When taking the train from Dartford to London, you can travel comfortably and safely with Southeastern, ThamesLink, c2c.

Train Dartford to London from $10

Next train departures

Next departures for Dartford to London on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:01pm	Dartford	53m	3:54pm	Victoria Rail Station	Cheapest
Train	7:18am	Swanley	19m	7:37am	London Bridge	Fastest
Train	7:04am	Dartford	26m	7:30am	Hither Green	No tags
Train	7:22am	Slade Green	35m	7:57am	London Bridge	No tags
Train	7:20am	Dartford	25m	7:45am	Hither Green	No tags

Next departures for Dartford to London on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:16pm	Dartford	41m	3:57pm	London Bridge	Cheapest
Train	7:18am	Swanley	19m	7:37am	London Bridge	Fastest
Train	7:13am	Farningham Road	43m	7:56am	Victoria Rail Station	No tags
Train	7:11am	Swanley	48m	7:59am	London Blackfriars	No tags
Train	7:13am	Farningham Road	43m	7:56am	Victoria Rail Station	No tags

Next departures for Dartford to London on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:05am	Dartford	25m	7:30am	Hither Green	CheapestFastest
Train	7:20am	Dartford	25m	7:45am	Hither Green	No tags
Train	7:05am	Eynsford	54m	7:59am	London Blackfriars	No tags
Train	7:35am	Dartford	25m	8:00am	Hither Green	No tags
Train	7:35am	Eynsford	54m	8:29am	London Blackfriars	No tags

Next departures for Dartford to London on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:03am	Dartford	42m	7:45am	Woolwich Arsenal	Cheapest
Train	7:41am	Swanley	22m	8:03am	London Bridge	Fastest
Train	7:33am	Dartford	42m	8:15am	Woolwich Arsenal	No tags
Train	8:03am	Dartford	42m	8:45am	Woolwich Arsenal	No tags
Train	8:33am	Dartford	42m	9:15am	Woolwich Arsenal	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Dartford to London

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 36 minutes, and with fares starting at just $11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

69train per day

36mAverage Duration

12 kmDistance

0kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$13 - $81	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$11 - $76	Average Duration36m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$9 - $9	Average Duration1h	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Train companies

Southeastern

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

ThamesLink

4.5/510 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

c2c

GB train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dartford to London by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Dartford to London cost?
The average train ticket price from Dartford to London is $21. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Dartford to London is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the trip from Dartford to London?
A train trip between Dartford and London is around 36m, although the fastest train will take about 16m. This is the time it takes to travel the 26 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between Dartford and London?
The number of trains from Dartford to London can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 69. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Dartford to London by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Dartford to London?
When taking the train from Dartford to London, you can travel comfortably and safely with Southeastern, ThamesLink, c2c.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11-24

$12

11-25

$10

Today

$11

11-27

$12

11-28

$11

11-29

$13

11-30

$10

12-01

$11

The cheapest trip from Dartford to London was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $10

To 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 $10 to $70 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 $10 which is on 2025-11-30.

Usually Southeastern, ThamesLink will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.