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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Victoria Coach Station | Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Old Kent Rd | Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Victoria Coach Station | Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Victoria Coach Station | Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Victoria Coach Station | Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre) | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Dartford
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Dartford. The journey takes about 37 minutes and with fares starting at just £6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Compare bus companies
Based on 29718 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £7
National Express London Dartford recent customer reviews
The bus driver was very nice explaining what to expect. The main problem was an over book of 16
Sandra D.
Very poor experience. Bus was like an ice box and the ac wasn’t even turned on. Could do with a heating system so we don’t freeze inside the bus.
Shepherd C.
Very kind driver
David S.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from London to Dartford
What's the distance between London and Dartford by coach?
The distance between London and Dartford by coach is approximately 16 miles (26 km).
What is the best way to go from London to Dartford without a car?
You can travel to Dartford from London by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from London to Dartford was searched and found on 22 Nov 2025 with a price of £5To 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 £18 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 2025-11-22.
