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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dartford to Stansted Mountfitchet
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Dartford to Stansted Mountfitchet run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:31, the last at 22:48. The fastest train covers the 51 km distance in 1h 19m.
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 51 km |
Average train duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 1h 19m |
First train 04:31 |
Last train 22:48 |
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
Train companies: Southeastern, Thameslink from Dartford to Stansted Mountfitchet trainsSoutheastern, Thameslink trains will get you between Dartford and Stansted Mountfitchet from £29. 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
1h 19m
Cheapest Price
£32
Thameslink frequency
17 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
Southeastern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 26m
Cheapest Price
£29
Southeastern frequency
8 a day
FAQs: Dartford to Stansted Mountfitchet train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dartford to Stansted Mountfitchet 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 Stansted Mountfitchet, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
A day in Stansted Mountfitchet is typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, including the Mountfitchet Castle and the House on the Hill Toy Museum.
The train distance from Dartford to Stansted Mountfitchet is 51 km.
The train journey from Dartford to Stansted Mountfitchet offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes. As you travel, you'll see views of the Thames River, Essex countryside, and glimpses of quaint villages, providing a pleasant but not exceptionally scenic experience.
Booking trains from Dartford to Stansted Mountfitchet in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Dartford to Stansted Mountfitchet can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £29, while the average price tends to be around £34.
The train journey from Dartford to Stansted Mountfitchet covers a distance of 51 km and takes approximately 1h 19m. Trains run 9 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Dartford to Stansted Mountfitchet is by train, costing approximately £29.
The first train from Dartford to Stansted Mountfitchet leaves at 4:31.
The train station in Dartford that goes to Stansted Mountfitchet is Dartford station (DFD), and it arrives at Elsenham station (ESM).
The last train from Dartford to Stansted Mountfitchet departs at 22:48.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Dartford to Stansted Mountfitchet.
Trains from Dartford to Stansted Mountfitchet run approximately 9 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Dartford to Stansted Mountfitchet.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Dartford to Stansted Mountfitchet.
To travel from Dartford to Stansted Mountfitchet, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Dartford to Stansted Mountfitchet.
Yes, a day trip from Dartford to Stansted Mountfitchet is feasible, with a travel time of 1h 19m, a distance of 51 km, and a frequency of 9 trains per day.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dartford and Stansted Mountfitchet
Dartford
Stansted Mountfitchet
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 Stansted Mountfitchet.
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 Stansted Mountfitchet is Stansted Mountfitchet. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Stansted Mountfitchet for your journey to Stansted Mountfitchet from Dartford.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 13:00 Saturday 06:00 - 13:00 Sunday 08:00 - 15:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- Cork House
Accessibility
- Staff help available: 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: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. Toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. National key toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: 10 cycle spaces on Platforms 1/2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Stansted Mountfitchet
- Onward travel information: Local bus services
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the junction of Station Road and Church Road, next to the Kings Arms public house
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