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London Museum of Water & Steam
A riverside museum on London’s waterways with historic boats, canal history displays and family-friendly exhibits.
Take a train from Gravesend to Brentford and enjoy the approximately 48 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:08, the last at 22:24.
Distance 48 km |
Average train duration 1h 28m |
Trains per day 5 |
First train 5:08 |
Last train 22:24 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Moderate for Greater London. Dining and hotels cost more than many UK towns, but Brentford is often cheaper than central London, with good public transport access.
Restaurants may add 12.5% service; if not, 10-12.5% is usual. Taxis often get fares rounded up. Cafés do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gravesend to Brentford 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 Brentford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Gravesend to Brentford trains use the Gravesend to Kew Bridge station pair, with some services arriving at Brentford. Use this guide to compare Gravesend and Brentford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Kew Bridge is 1 km from Brentford city centre. Public transport options include:
Kew Bridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Kew Bridge.
Wi-Fi is available at Kew Bridge.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kew Bridge: Parking.
Available at Kew Bridge: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Brentford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Brentford.
Wi-Fi is available at Brentford.
Ticket office support is available at Brentford.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brentford: Parking, WC.
Available at Brentford: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brentford: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station. Level access from either side of station. Lifts between platforms or alternative step-free route via street (under 400m), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station 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: No.
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