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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cambridge to Dartford
Cheapest price
£55
Average price
£61
Fastest journey
2 h 6 m
Average duration
2 h 7 m
Trains per day
41
Distance
84 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge to Dartford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to Dartford will cost around £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £55.
To travel from Cambridge to Dartford you need to make at least one change.
5:242h19Cambridge7:43Dartford£551One-way2 changes- 8:542h18Cambridge11:12Dartford£551One-way2 changes
- 9:242h18Cambridge11:42Dartford£551One-way2 changes
- 9:562h27Cambridge12:23Dartford£551One-way2 changes
- 10:242h28Cambridge12:52Dartford£551One-way2 changes
12:222h06Cambridge14:28Dartford£651One-way1 change- 4:512h07Cambridge6:58Dartford£651One-way1 change
- 5:212h07Cambridge7:28Dartford£651One-way1 change
- 5:512h07Cambridge7:58Dartford£651One-way1 change
- 6:212h07Cambridge8:28Dartford£651One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cambridge to Dartford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Dartford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £47.
Distance: 84 km
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£48 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 20m Average total duration 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cambridge to Dartford train times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Dartford trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 19:51 Cambridge | 2h07 | 21:58 Dartford | 1 change | |
| 19:54 Cambridge | 2h19 | 22:13 Dartford | 2 changes | |
| 20:12 Cambridge | 2h16 | 22:28 Dartford | 1 change | |
| 20:25 Cambridge | 2h23 | 22:48 Dartford | 2 changes | |
| 20:51 Cambridge | 2h07 | 22:58 Dartford | 1 change | |
| 21:12 Cambridge | 2h16 | 23:28 Dartford | 1 change | |
| 21:21 Cambridge | 2h22 | 23:43 Dartford | 2 changes | |
| 21:51 Cambridge | 2h07 | 23:58 Dartford | 1 change | |
| 21:56 Cambridge | 2h18 | 0:14 Dartford | 2 changes | |
| 23:51 Cambridge | 6h27 | 6:18 Dartford | 1 change | |
| 4:51 Cambridge | 2h07 | 6:58 Dartford | 1 change | |
| 5:21 Cambridge | 2h07 | 7:28 Dartford | 1 change | |
| 5:24 Cambridge | 2h19 | 7:43 Dartford | 2 changes | |
| 5:51 Cambridge | 2h07 | 7:58 Dartford | 1 change | |
| 5:55 Cambridge | 2h18 | 8:13 Dartford | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cambridge to Dartford
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Trains from Cambridge to Dartford run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £47 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 22:46. The fastest train covers the 84 km distance in 2h 43m.
Distance 84 km |
Average train duration 1h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £47 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 43m |
First train 5:00 |
Last train 22:46 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Great Northern from Cambridge to Dartford trainsGreater Anglia, Thameslink, Great Northern trains will get you between Cambridge and Dartford from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cambridge to Dartford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge 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 Cambridge and Dartford
Most Cambridge to Dartford trains use the Cambridge to Dartford station pair. Use this guide to compare Cambridge and Dartford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Cambridge station do trains to Dartford leave from?
Getting to Cambridge from Cambridge city centre
Cambridge is 1 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
Cambridge train station facilities and services
Cambridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cambridge.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge. ATMs are available at Cambridge.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cambridge.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cambridge: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cambridge: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cambridge: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Cambridge North from Cambridge city centre
Cambridge North is 3 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
Cambridge North train station facilities and services
Cambridge North has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cambridge North.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge North.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cambridge North: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cambridge North: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cambridge North: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Details of the nearest taxi will be supplied by station staff, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Dartford station do trains from Cambridge arrive at?
Getting to Dartford from Dartford city centre
Dartford train station facilities and services
Dartford has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Dartford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Dartford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dartford. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dartford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dartford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dartford: 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.
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