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The cheapest and fastest trains from Eastbourne to Dartford
Showing times and prices for 01 Jun
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
2 h 24 m
Average duration
2 h 24 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
75 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Eastbourne to Dartford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Eastbourne to Dartford will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Eastbourne for Dartford every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 75 km distance in an average of 2 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 24 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.
20:332h24Eastbourne22:57Dartford£241One-way0 changes
- 20:332h24Eastbourne22:57Dartford£241One-way0 changes
Live departures
Eastbourne to Dartford train times
The table below shows live departures for Eastbourne to Dartford trains for today, Sunday 31 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 7:02 Eastbourne | 2h35 | 9:37 Dartford | 3 changes | |
| 8:00 Eastbourne | 2h26 | 10:26 Dartford | 2 changes | |
| 9:00 Eastbourne | 2h26 | 11:26 Dartford | 2 changes | |
| 10:00 Eastbourne | 2h26 | 12:26 Dartford | 2 changes | |
| 11:00 Eastbourne | 2h26 | 13:26 Dartford | 2 changes | |
| 12:00 Eastbourne | 2h26 | 14:26 Dartford | 2 changes | |
| 13:00 Eastbourne | 2h26 | 15:26 Dartford | 2 changes | |
| 14:00 Eastbourne | 2h26 | 16:26 Dartford | 2 changes | |
| 15:00 Eastbourne | 2h26 | 17:26 Dartford | 2 changes | |
| 16:00 Eastbourne | 2h26 | 18:26 Dartford | 2 changes | |
| 17:00 Eastbourne | 2h26 | 19:26 Dartford | 2 changes | |
| 18:00 Eastbourne | 2h26 | 20:26 Dartford | 2 changes | |
| 19:00 Eastbourne | 2h26 | 21:26 Dartford | 2 changes | |
| 20:00 Eastbourne | 2h26 | 22:26 Dartford | 2 changes | |
| 21:00 Eastbourne | 2h28 | 23:28 Dartford | 2 changes | |
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Thameslink as well as Southern offer trains services from Eastbourne to Dartford.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Eastbourne to Dartford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Eastbourne to Dartford run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 21:00. The fastest train covers the 75 km distance in 2h 24m.
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 75 km |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 24m |
First train 5:20 |
Last train 21:00 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 2 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
Train companies: Thameslink, Southern from Eastbourne to Dartford trainsThameslink, Southern trains will get you between Eastbourne and Dartford from £24. 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
2h 24m
Cheapest Price
£24
Thameslink frequency
2 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 Duration
2h 15m
Cheapest Price
£44
Southern frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Eastbourne to Dartford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Eastbourne 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Eastbourne to Dartford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £24, while the average price tends to be around £24.
The train journey from Eastbourne to Dartford covers a distance of 75 km and takes approximately 2h 24m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from Eastbourne to Dartford is 75 km.
The first train from Eastbourne to Dartford leaves at 5:20.
The last train from Eastbourne to Dartford departs at 21:00.
Trains from Eastbourne to Dartford run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Eastbourne to Dartford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Eastbourne to Dartford.
To travel from Eastbourne to Dartford, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Eastbourne to Dartford.
The train station in Eastbourne that goes to Dartford is Eastbourne station (EBN), and it arrives at Dartford station (DFD).
The cheapest way to get from Eastbourne to Dartford is by train, costing approximately £24.
Booking trains from Eastbourne to Dartford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
A visit to Dartford can typically be enjoyed in 1 to 2 days, allowing time to explore local attractions such as Central Park, Dartford Borough Museum, and nearby areas like Bluewater Shopping Centre.
Yes, you can take the train from Eastbourne to Dartford.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Eastbourne and Dartford
Eastbourne
Dartford
The major train station for departures in Eastbourne is Eastbourne. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Eastbourne for your trip from Eastbourne to Dartford.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 06:00 - 21:15 Saturday 05:50 - 21:15 Sunday 06:40 - 21:15
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent, barbers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- 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. Assistance Meeting Point is on the concourse. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- 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: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on the concourse and waiting areas on platform 1 and 2
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Stands at the front of the station and sheltered stands near the car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Eastbourne
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses will pick up / drop off in the main car park until the end of 2021.
The major train station for arrivals in Dartford is Dartford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dartford for your journey to Dartford from Eastbourne.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike 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
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