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Compare train and coach for Gloucester to Dartford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gloucester to Dartford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £45.
Distance: 176 km
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2h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration 5h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Gloucester to Dartford train times
The table below shows live departures for Gloucester to Dartford trains for today, Wednesday 24 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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.png) | 10:19 Gloucester | 2h40 | 12:59 Dartford | 2 changes | |
| 11:19 Gloucester | 2h39 | 13:58 Dartford | 2 changes | |
| 12:19 Gloucester | 2h39 | 14:58 Dartford | 2 changes | |
| 13:19 Gloucester | 2h39 | 15:58 Dartford | 2 changes | |
| 14:19 Gloucester | 2h39 | 16:58 Dartford | 2 changes | |
| 15:19 Gloucester | 2h39 | 17:58 Dartford | 2 changes | |
| 16:19 Gloucester | 2h39 | 18:58 Dartford | 2 changes | |
| 17:19 Gloucester | 2h39 | 19:58 Dartford | 2 changes | |
| 18:19 Gloucester | 2h40 | 20:59 Dartford | 2 changes | |
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Compare prices and tickets Gloucester to Dartford by train or coach
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Why should you book Gloucester to Dartford trains with Omio?
Great Western Railway as well as Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from Gloucester to Dartford.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Gloucester to Dartford.
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Gloucester to Dartford.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Gloucester to Dartford.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Gloucester to Dartford.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Gloucester to Dartford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Gloucester to Dartford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 21:45. The fastest train covers the 176 km distance in 2h 56m.
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 £6
Distance 176 km |
Average train duration 2h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 56m |
First train 5:11 |
Last train 21:45 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
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 £6
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Gloucester to Dartford trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Gloucester and Dartford from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 56m
Cheapest Price
£45
Great Western Railway frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 38m
Cheapest Price
£106
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
11 a day
FAQs: Gloucester to Dartford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester 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 Gloucester to Dartford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £45, while the average price tends to be around £45.
The train journey from Gloucester to Dartford covers a distance of 176 km and takes approximately 2h 56m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Gloucester to Dartford is 176 km.
The first train from Gloucester to Dartford leaves at 5:11.
The last train from Gloucester to Dartford departs at 21:45.
Trains from Gloucester to Dartford run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Gloucester to Dartford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Gloucester to Dartford.
To get from Gloucester to Dartford, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Gloucester to Dartford.
The train station in Gloucester that goes to Dartford is Gloucester station (GCR), and it arrives at Dartford station (DFD).
The cheapest way to get from Gloucester to Dartford is by coach, costing approximately £6.
Booking trains from Gloucester 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 Gloucester to Dartford.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Gloucester and Dartford
Gloucester
Dartford
The major train station for departures in Gloucester is Gloucester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Gloucester for your trip from Gloucester to Dartford.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:30 Sunday 09:00 - 20:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - step free access available to all platforms with liftbridge to link platforms
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Gloucester
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
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 Gloucester.
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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