The cheapest and fastest trains from Dartford to Erith
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£4
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£4
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
16 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
16 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
5 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dartford to Erith is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dartford to Erith will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Dartford to Erith, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 5 km distance in an average of 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 16 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.
19:160h16Dartford19:32Erith£41One-way0 changes
19:160h16Dartford19:32Erith£41One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Dartford to Erith
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dartford to Erith among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, while a coach costs an average of £5.
Distance: 5 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£4 Average Price Cheapest | £5 Average Price |
38m Average total duration Fastest 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 4m Average total duration 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Dartford to Erith:
A train is £1 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Dartford to Erith costing on average £5.
Other travel options to Erith take longer:
Coach takes on average 34m.
Compare prices and tickets Dartford to Erith by train or coach
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Why should you book Dartford to Erith trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Southeastern?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Southeastern, but also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink or Southeastern to find the best option for your trip from Dartford to Erith.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink or Southeastern to find the best option for your trip from Dartford to Erith.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Dartford to Erith.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Dartford to Erith
Trains from Dartford to Erith run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 5 km distance in 7m.
Distance 5 km |
Average train duration 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 7m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:35 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Southeastern, Thameslink from Dartford to Erith trainsSoutheastern, Thameslink trains will get you between Dartford and Erith from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Dartford to Erith train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dartford to Erith 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 Erith, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dartford and Erith
Most Dartford to Erith trains use the Dartford to Erith station pair. Use this guide to compare Dartford and Erith train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Dartford station do trains to Erith leave from?
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.
Which Erith station do trains from Dartford arrive at?
Getting to Erith from Erith city centre
Erith train station facilities and services
Erith has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Erith.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Erith. 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 Erith: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Erith: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Erith: 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 to platform 1 for services to London via footbridge. No step free interchange between platforms. However 'circular' services do run from London Cannon Street , then back to London Cannon Street , from Platform 2 via Barnehurst, please check National Rail Enquiries for this journey availability and times, 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.
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