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Compare train and coach for Dartford to Aylesford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dartford to Aylesford 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 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 24 km
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dartford to Aylesford
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Trains from Dartford to Aylesford run on average 3 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:24, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 24 km distance in 49m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £14
Distance 24 km |
Average train duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 01:24 |
Last train 22:00 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £14
Train companies: Thameslink from Dartford to Aylesford trainsThameslink trains will get you between Dartford and Aylesford from £14. 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 Duration
49m
Cheapest Price
£11
Thameslink frequency
3 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
FAQs: Dartford to Aylesford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dartford to Aylesford 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 Aylesford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Yes, a day trip from Dartford to Aylesford is feasible. The journey takes 49m, covering a distance of 24 km, with trains running 3 times per day.
Aylesford can be explored comfortably in one to two days, allowing time to visit local attractions such as the historic priory, charming village shops, and nearby scenic countryside.
The train journey from Dartford to Aylesford offers views of charming English countryside, including green fields and quaint villages, providing a pleasant visual experience.
To get from Dartford to Aylesford, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train distance from Dartford to Aylesford is 24 km.
Booking trains from Dartford to Aylesford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Dartford to Aylesford covers a distance of 24 km and takes approximately 49m. Trains run 3 per day.
The first train from Dartford to Aylesford leaves at 1:24.
The cost of a train ticket from Dartford to Aylesford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £15, while the average price tends to be around £15.
The cheapest way to get from Dartford to Aylesford is by coach, costing approximately £14.
The last train from Dartford to Aylesford departs at 22:00.
The train station in Dartford that goes to Aylesford is Dartford station (DFD), and it arrives at Aylesford station (AYL).
Trains from Dartford to Aylesford run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Dartford to Aylesford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Dartford to Aylesford.
There is no night train service from Dartford to Aylesford.
Yes, you can take the train from Dartford to Aylesford.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dartford and Aylesford
Dartford
Aylesford
The major train station for departures in Dartford is Dartford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dartford for your trip from Dartford to Aylesford.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Unheated waiting shelter on Platform 1 and 2 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: by station entrance.
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Dartford
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Approach
The major train station for arrivals in Aylesford is Aylesford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Aylesford for your journey to Aylesford from Dartford.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B3. 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 to Strood. There is no step free access to Platform 2 - Step access only via footbridge to platform 2 for services towards Maidstone. No step free interchange between platforms.Wheelchair ramp available on the train.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: platform 1
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: in the Car Park
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Aylesford
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Maidstone: Replacement bus stop outside the station entrance. Towards Strood: Bus stop opposite the station entrance.
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 09:15 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed Ticket office managed by Southeastern
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B3. 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 2 for services away from London. There is no step free access to Platform 1. Step access only via footbridge to platform 1 for services towards London.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: platform 2
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting area in booking hall only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: car park & Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Barming
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Maidstone: Bus stop in Hermitage Lane next to the car park entrance. Towards Borough Green & Wrotham: Bus stop in Hermitage Lane opposite the car park entrance.
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