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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to Dartford
Cheapest price
£49
Average price
£49
Fastest journey
1 h 58 m
Average duration
1 h 58 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
73 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Dartford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Dartford will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £49.
Of the 1 trains that leave Brighton for Dartford every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 73 km distance in an average of 1 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 58 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 and coach for Brighton to Dartford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Dartford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £49.
Distance: 73 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£49 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Brighton to Dartford train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Dartford trains for tomorrow, Saturday 22 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:58 Brighton | 1h58 | 06:56 Dartford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton to Dartford
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Trains from Brighton to Dartford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £49 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 73 km distance in 1h 57m.
Distance 73 km |
Average train duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £49 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 57m |
First train 00:08 |
Last train 23:23 |
Train companies: Thameslink, Southern from Brighton to Dartford trainsThameslink, Southern trains will get you between Brighton and Dartford from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Brighton to Dartford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Brighton and Dartford
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Stroudley Road.
- The Grand Central
- The Cyclist
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.50
- Jurys Inn Brighton
- Ibis Brighton City Centre
- My Brighton Hotel
- Located in the main concourse
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to London, Gatwick, and the south coast
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Southern and Thameslink services
WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from the main road.
- Domino's Pizza
- Salt and Charcoal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- £0.50
- Travelodge Brighton
- ibis Brighton City Centre - Station
- Jurys Inn Brighton
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Brighton and Lewes
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Southern services
DiningATMAccessibilityBike ParkingBike Rental
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWC
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation 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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