- Recommended
Tilbury Fort
Historic riverside fort with museum displays on artillery, soldiers and Thames defence. A strong choice for military history fans.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£7
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£8
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
45 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
49 m
Trains on 18 Sept
6
Distance
38 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Faversham to Gravesend is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Faversham to Gravesend will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 6 trains from Faversham to Gravesend, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 38 km distance in an average of 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 54 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.
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C10037Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Faversham to Gravesend among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £21, while a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 38 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
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£21 Average Price Cheapest | £8 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £21 compared to roughly £8 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-12.42. The journey takes 45m versus 39m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Trains from Faversham to Gravesend run on average 8 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 38 km distance in 41m.
Distance 38 km |
Average train duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 41m |
First train 0:10 |
Last train 23:47 |
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Historic riverside fort with museum displays on artillery, soldiers and Thames defence. A strong choice for military history fans.
Local museum and library resource with exhibitions on Gravesend’s social, river and industrial history in a central heritage building.
Small volunteer-run museum exploring Milton’s past through local artefacts, photographs and community history displays.
Historic town-centre quarter with Georgian and Victorian buildings, independent shops, and easy access to key heritage sights.
Well-kept riverside gardens beside the Thames, popular for walking, views of passing ships and the Pocahontas memorial.
Large public park with open lawns, play areas, sports facilities and a café-free focus on relaxed local outdoor time.
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.
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.
Cobnuts are Kent’s traditional cultivated hazelnuts, prized in autumn for their sweet flavour and long history in local orchards and market gardening.
Popular Turkish grill and meze restaurant with charcoal-cooked kebabs, generous portions and a lively but relaxed setting in Gravesend.
Established Thai restaurant serving classic curries, stir-fries and seafood dishes in a comfortable, informal town-centre setting.
Contemporary Indian restaurant known locally for curries, tandoori dishes and polished service in smart surroundings.
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.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Cafés: rounding up is optional. Taxis: round up or add about 10% for good service.
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Gravesend station -> Gravesend Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Faversham 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.

Most Faversham to Gravesend trains use the Faversham to Gravesend station pair. Use this guide to compare Faversham and Gravesend train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Faversham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Faversham.
ATMs are available at Faversham.
Ticket office support is available at Faversham. 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Faversham: Parking, WC.
Available at Faversham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Faversham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B1. 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 from subway to all platforms now available via lifts. Access from car park involves using a second lift and a steep slope. Access from ticket office side involves a steep ramp only, 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: booking hall/ car park entrance, 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: No.
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 options are available at Gravesend.
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.
Available at Gravesend: Parking, WC.
Available at Gravesend: Bike Parking.
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.
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