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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bradford to Dartford
Cheapest price
£73
Average price
£77
Fastest journey
4 h 46 m
Average duration
4 h 46 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
293 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bradford to Dartford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bradford to Dartford will cost around £77 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £73.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bradford for Dartford every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 293 km distance in an average of 4 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 46 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Bradford to Dartford
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bradford to Dartford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a flight costs an average of £202.
Distance: 293 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£107 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest | £202 Average Price |
4h 42m Average total duration 4h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 43m Average total duration 7h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bradford to Dartford
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Trains from Bradford to Dartford run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £64 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:00, the last at 17:23. The fastest train covers the 293 km distance in 3h 52m.
Distance 293 km |
Average train duration 4h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £64 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 52m |
First train 04:00 |
Last train 17:23 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), Grand Central Trains from Bradford to Dartford trainsNorthern Rail (3), Grand Central Trains trains will get you between Bradford and Dartford from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
Grand Central Trains
FAQs: Bradford to Dartford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bradford to Dartford by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dartford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Bradford and Dartford
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Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
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Car Rental
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 20:15 Sunday 08:00 - 20:15
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - There is level access to all the platforms and a wheelchair is available if pre-booked via 0800 138 5560, or by asking for help at the Station Supervisors office next to platform 1. There are also escalators and lifts available from the bus station below up to the rail station. Please note that escalators and lifts are not operated by Northern or Network Rail.
- Accessible public telephones: in the interchange
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets and accessible toilets are available at the bus and coach Interchange next to the rail station.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at parcels bay adjacent to Platform 1, through the red gate.
ParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Saturday 06:10 - 19:00 Friday 06:10 - 20:00 Sunday 08:45 - 18:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Scooter Friendly Station - There is level access to all the platforms and ramps are available. Lift available 06:00 - 19:00 Monday to Saturday, 09:00 - 18:00 Sunday, however there is an alternative accessible route without having to use lift.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at station front on St Blaise Way adjacent to service bus stop (25702).
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWC
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar Rental
Information Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:40 Saturday 06:10 - 19:40 Sunday 07:10 - 20:40 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Type of shops available: newspapers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: 2 x in booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Booking Hall - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Booking Hall - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Booking Hall- Available during staffing hours
- Waiting rooms location: Unheated waiting shelter on Platform 1 and 2 Only available when staff present
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: by station entrance.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Approach
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