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The cheapest and fastest trains from Croydon to Gravesend
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 21 Oct
Cheapest price on 21 Oct
£23
Average ticket price on 21 Oct
£29
Fastest journey on 21 Oct
58 m
Average journey duration on 21 Oct
58 m
Trains on 21 Oct
50
Distance
33 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Croydon to Gravesend is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Croydon to Gravesend will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
Fast trains
To travel from Croydon to Gravesend you need to make at least one change.
12:381h17Croydon13:55Gravesend£231One-way1 change- 13:381h17Croydon14:55Gravesend£231One-way1 change
- 14:381h17Croydon15:55Gravesend£231One-way1 change
- 15:381h17Croydon16:55Gravesend£231One-way1 change
- 16:381h17Croydon17:55Gravesend£231One-way1 change
12:150h58Croydon13:13Gravesend£301One-way1 change- 12:450h58Croydon13:43Gravesend£301One-way1 change
- 13:150h58Croydon14:13Gravesend£301One-way1 change
- 13:450h58Croydon14:43Gravesend£301One-way1 change
- 14:150h58Croydon15:13Gravesend£301One-way1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Croydon to Gravesend
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Croydon to Gravesend and enjoy the approximately 33 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:25.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 33 km |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:25 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Frequently asked questions about your Croydon to Gravesend trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Croydon to Gravesend.
The train distance from Croydon to Gravesend is 33 km.
The first train from Croydon to Gravesend leaves at 0:02.
The last train from Croydon to Gravesend departs at 23:25.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Croydon to Gravesend.
Live departures
Croydon to Gravesend train times
The table below shows live departures for Croydon to Gravesend trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 21 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:01 Croydon | 1h15 | 13:16 Gravesend | 1 change | |
| 12:03 Croydon | 1h23 | 13:26 Gravesend | 1 change | |
| 12:15 Croydon | 0h58 | 13:13 Gravesend | 1 change | |
| 12:31 Croydon | 1h15 | 13:46 Gravesend | 1 change | |
| 12:38 Croydon | 1h17 | 13:55 Gravesend | 1 change | |
| 12:45 Croydon | 0h58 | 13:43 Gravesend | 1 change | |
| 13:01 Croydon | 1h15 | 14:16 Gravesend | 1 change | |
| 13:03 Croydon | 1h22 | 14:25 Gravesend | 1 change | |
| 13:15 Croydon | 0h58 | 14:13 Gravesend | 1 change | |
| 13:31 Croydon | 1h15 | 14:46 Gravesend | 1 change | |
| 13:38 Croydon | 1h17 | 14:55 Gravesend | 1 change | |
| 13:45 Croydon | 0h58 | 14:43 Gravesend | 1 change | |
| 14:01 Croydon | 1h15 | 15:16 Gravesend | 1 change | |
| 14:03 Croydon | 1h22 | 15:25 Gravesend | 1 change | |
| 14:15 Croydon | 0h58 | 15:13 Gravesend | 1 change | |
| 14:31 Croydon | 1h15 | 15:46 Gravesend | 1 change | |
| 14:38 Croydon | 1h17 | 15:55 Gravesend | 1 change | |
| 14:45 Croydon | 0h58 | 15:43 Gravesend | 1 change | |
| 15:01 Croydon | 1h15 | 16:16 Gravesend | 1 change | |
| 15:03 Croydon | 1h22 | 16:25 Gravesend | 1 change | |
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Train companies: Thameslink, Southern from Croydon to Gravesend trainsThameslink, Southern trains will get you between Croydon and Gravesend. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Thameslink
About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Thameslink Duration
1h 25m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
£15
Thameslink frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area
Southern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Southern Duration
1h 16m
Cheapest Southern Price
£23
Southern frequency
8 a day
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Croydon and Gravesend
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Croydon to Gravesend.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Croydon to Gravesend.
There is no night train service from Croydon to Gravesend.
Complete guide to Gravesend
Things to do in Gravesend
Discover the best of Gravesend — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Gravesend trip today.
Gravesend Borough Market Heritage Centre
Local museum and library resource with exhibitions on Gravesend’s social, river and industrial history in a central heritage building.
Milton Chantry Heritage Centre
Small volunteer-run museum exploring Milton’s past through local artefacts, photographs and community history displays.
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Gravesend Heritage Quarter
Historic town-centre quarter with Georgian and Victorian buildings, independent shops, and easy access to key heritage sights.
- Recommended
Gordon Promenade
Well-kept riverside gardens beside the Thames, popular for walking, views of passing ships and the Pocahontas memorial.
Cyclopark
Large public park with open lawns, play areas, sports facilities and a café-free focus on relaxed local outdoor time.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
Kentish huffkins
Kentish huffkins are soft, round bread rolls from Kent, traditionally eaten fresh with local cheese, ham or jam and linked to the county’s baking heritage.
- Vegetarian
Gypsy tart
Gypsy tart is a classic Kent pudding with evaporated milk and dark muscovado sugar in shortcrust pastry, long associated with school dinners in north Kent.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Kent cobnuts
Cobnuts are Kent’s traditional cultivated hazelnuts, prized in autumn for their sweet flavour and long history in local orchards and market gardening.
Azado
Popular Turkish grill and meze restaurant with charcoal-cooked kebabs, generous portions and a lively but relaxed setting in Gravesend.
Siam Cuisine
Established Thai restaurant serving classic curries, stir-fries and seafood dishes in a comfortable, informal town-centre setting.
Radhuny
Contemporary Indian restaurant known locally for curries, tandoori dishes and polished service in smart surroundings.
Pound sterling (£)
Gravesend is moderate for south-east England: dining and hotels cost less than central London, but rail fares and some accommodation are higher than in smaller UK towns.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Cafés: rounding up is optional. Taxis: round up or add about 10% for good service.
Arriva UK Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.00
- Day pass
- £7.50
To the city centre
Gravesend station -> Gravesend Town Centre
- Distance
- 0.4 km
- Travel time
- 5 min
- Bus day tickets in the Gravesend zone cost £7.50 and are valid across participating operators in the Kent Thameside scheme.
- Arriva sells mobile tickets in the Arriva UK Bus app. Gravesend station does not support Oyster pay as you go.
Plan your visit to Gravesend
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Gravesend.
The train journey from Croydon to Gravesend offers a mix of urban and suburban landscapes, passing through areas with parks and green spaces, though it's not renowned for particularly scenic views.
FAQs: Croydon to Gravesend train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Croydon to Gravesend 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 Gravesend, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train distance from Croydon to Gravesend is 33 km.
The first train from Croydon to Gravesend leaves at 0:02.
The last train from Croydon to Gravesend departs at 23:25.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Croydon to Gravesend.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Croydon to Gravesend.
There is no night train service from Croydon to Gravesend.
The train station in Croydon that goes to Gravesend is East Croydon (ECR), and it arrives at Gravesend station (GRV).
Booking trains from Croydon to Gravesend in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Croydon to Gravesend offers a mix of urban and suburban landscapes, passing through areas with parks and green spaces, though it's not renowned for particularly scenic views.
Yes, you can take the train from Croydon to Gravesend.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Croydon and Gravesend
Most Croydon to Gravesend trains use the East Croydon to Gravesend station pair. Use this guide to compare Croydon and Gravesend train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Croydon
Arrival train stations in Gravesend
Which Croydon station do trains to Gravesend leave from?
Trains from Croydon to Gravesend leave from East Croydon. The station is 1 km from Croydon city centre at East Croydon station, Station Approach, Croydon, Greater London, CR0 1LF.
East CroydonEast Croydon station, Station Approach, Croydon, Greater London, CR0 1LF
City-centre transport
Getting to East Croydon from Croydon city centre
East Croydon is 1 km from Croydon city centre. Public transport options include:
BusN68 · 11m · £2 · every ~2 min
East Croydon train station facilities and services
East Croydon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at East Croydon.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at East Croydon. ATMs are available at East Croydon.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at East Croydon.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at East Croydon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at East Croydon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at East Croydon: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms. Lifts to overbridge from all platforms and side entrance. Long steep ramps to platforms from main entrance. (over 1:10 gradient). Assistance Meeting Point is the Information Point on station concourse, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
West CroydonWest Croydon station, London Road, Croydon, Greater London, CR0 2TA
City-centre transport
Getting to West Croydon from Croydon city centre
Bus289 · 4m · £2 · every ~20 min
450 · 5m · £2 · every ~22 min
157 · 7m · £2 · every ~20 min
West Croydon train station facilities and services
West Croydon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at West Croydon.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at West Croydon.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at West Croydon.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at West Croydon: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at West Croydon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at West Croydon: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: B2 station category. Step free access available for platform 1 and 3 using the London Road car park entrance . This side gate is kept locked but has help buttons to request use. Step-free access via separate entrance to platform 4 (to Sutton), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Gravesend station do trains from Croydon arrive at?
Trains from Croydon to Gravesend arrive at Gravesend. Gravesend is 1 km from Gravesend city centre.
GravesendGravesend station, Rathmore Road, Gravesend, Kent, DA11 0HP+44 3303339232
City-centre transport
Getting to Gravesend from Gravesend city centre
BusNag1, Vigo1, Meopham1, 489 · 3m · £2
Gravesend train station facilities and services
Gravesend has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Gravesend.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gravesend. 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gravesend: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gravesend: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gravesend: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Direct step free access to Platform 0 for services towards London via the main entrance on Rathmore Road. Direct step free access to Platform 2 for services away from London via the side entrance on Clive Road. Direct step free access to Platform 1 from Platform 0. All platforms and interchange via lifts or steps from the station overbridge, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: in the booking hall on Platform 0 entrance, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Train stations for Croydon to Gravesend
Check train stations information for Croydon and Gravesend, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Croydon that goes to Gravesend is East Croydon, and it arrives at Gravesend.
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