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Dartford Borough Museum
Local museum covering Dartford's industry, people and archaeology. A useful introduction to the town through compact displays and community stories.
Cheapest price
£3
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
4 m
Average duration
4 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
3 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Crayford to Dartford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Crayford to Dartford will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
Of the 6 trains that leave Crayford for Dartford every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 3 km distance in an average of 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 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.
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J01446Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Crayford to Dartford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £4.
Distance: 3 km
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£2 Average Price Cheapest | £4 Average Price |
35m Average total duration Fastest 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 37m Average total duration 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Crayford to Dartford trains for tomorrow, Friday 14 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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J01451 | 8:02 Crayford station (CRY) | 0h04 | 8:06 Dartford station (DFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
J01449 | 8:33 Crayford station (CRY) | 0h04 | 8:37 Dartford station (DFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
J01446 | 9:03 Crayford station (CRY) | 0h04 | 9:07 Dartford station (DFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
J01443 | 9:33 Crayford station (CRY) | 0h04 | 9:37 Dartford station (DFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
J01441 | 9:49 Crayford station (CRY) | 0h04 | 9:53 Dartford station (DFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
J01439 | 10:03 Crayford station (CRY) | 0h04 | 10:07 Dartford station (DFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Crayford to Dartford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 3 km distance in 3m.
Distance 3 km |
Average train duration 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 3m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:50 |
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Discover the best of Dartford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Dartford trip today.
Local museum covering Dartford's industry, people and archaeology. A useful introduction to the town through compact displays and community stories.
Historic house museum within the nearby Hall Place complex, open to visitors with period interiors, exhibitions and riverside grounds to explore.
Heritage visitor centre telling the story of nearby Hall Place and its estate. Exhibits add context to one of the area's best-known historic sites.
Large town-centre park with lakes, lawns, play areas and event spaces. Ideal for an easy walk and a break close to Dartford's main attractions.
Waterside nature reserve and viewpoint on the Thames. Popular for estuary views, birdwatching and seeing the bridge and crossing from open ground.
Managed reserve with woodland, heath and ponds on Dartford Heath. A rewarding walking area known for wildlife and quieter green space.
Pie and mash is a classic working-class meal of minced beef pie with mashed potato, often served with parsley liquor, long associated with London and nearby Kent.
Jellied eels are chopped eels set in a spiced stock jelly, a traditional Thames-side speciality long eaten across east London and the lower Kent area.
Kentish hopper cake is a simple local bread roll from Kent, traditionally served soft and flour-dusted with butter or fillings.
Popular Turkish and Mediterranean spot serving grilled meats, meze and flatbreads in a lively, contemporary setting.
Modern Indian restaurant in Dartford known for polished curries, grills and a smart yet relaxed atmosphere suitable for dinner out.
Established gastropub by Dartford Heath offering British pub dishes, Sunday roasts and drinks in a traditional inn setting.
Moderate by South East England standards: accommodation and rail fares can add up, while pubs, cafés and casual dining are fairly typical for day trips from London.
Service is sometimes included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 5-10%. Café tipping is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Crayford 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.

Most Crayford to Dartford trains use the Crayford to Dartford station pair. Use this guide to compare Crayford and Dartford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Crayford has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Crayford.
Ticket office support is available at Crayford. 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Crayford: Parking.
Available at Crayford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Crayford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B1. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to platform 1 for services towards London via ticket office. Step free access to platform 2 for services to Dartford via side entrance off Station Road. No step free interchange between platforms, 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: station forecourt, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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 options are available at Dartford.
ATMs are available at Dartford.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dartford: Parking, WC.
Available at Dartford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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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