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Gunnersbury Park Museum
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The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gravesend to Southall is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gravesend to Southall will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 1 trains from Gravesend to Southall, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 52 km distance in an average of 1 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 26 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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Trains from Gravesend to Southall run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:57, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 52 km distance in 50m.
Distance 52 km |
Average train duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 2:57 |
Last train 23:37 |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
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The table below shows live departures for Gravesend to Southall trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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F14684+ SE958400+ C22705 | On time 9:22 Gravesend station (GRV) | 1h52 | 11:14 Southall station (STL) | 2 changes | |
SE930900 · J18251+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+ F14684 | 9:25 Gravesend station (GRV) | 1h49 | 11:14 Southall station (STL) | 3 changes | |
C37371+ SE930900 · J18251 | Delayed 10:46 9:25Gravesend station (GRV) | 1h57 | 11:22 Southall station (STL) | 2 changes | |
C38504 · C37023+ SE930900 · J18251 | 9:25 Gravesend station (GRV) | 1h34 | 10:59 Southall station (STL) | 3 changes | |
F14681+ SE958300+ C22706 | On time 9:52 Gravesend station (GRV) | 1h53 | 11:45 Southall station (STL) | 2 changes | |
F14705+ SE958200+ C22740 | On time 10:22 Gravesend station (GRV) | 1h52 | 12:14 Southall station (STL) | 2 changes | |
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Local history museum in a Georgian manor house with displays on Ealing and Southall, plus temporary exhibitions in period surroundings.
Museum of road transport and design with historic buses, posters and interactive family displays, a strong option close to Southall.
Public gallery showing changing contemporary art exhibitions in a compact modern space inside Pitzhanger Manor and Gallery.
Southall's best-known shopping street, busy with markets, clothing shops and sweet stores, offering a vivid sense of the area's culture.
Linear waterside walking route with locks, bridges and passing boats, ideal for a calmer side of Southall away from the main road.
Large historic park on the edge of Southall with formal gardens, a lake, museum and broad green space for a half-day visit.
Crisp wheat pastry stuffed with spiced potatoes and peas. A staple South Asian snack in Southall, widely sold fresh in sweet shops and cafés.
Slow-cooked black lentils and kidney beans enriched with butter and cream. A Punjabi classic strongly associated with Southall’s Indian food scene.
Leavened tandoor-baked flatbread, often brushed with butter. A signature Punjabi bread commonly eaten with curries and grilled dishes in Southall.
Popular South Indian vegetarian venue for dosas, idli and filter coffee. Bright, practical and good for a casual meal.
Long-running vegetarian Punjabi canteen known for thalis, chaat and sweets. Busy, simple and very popular for traditional everyday dining.
Well-known Southall spot for Punjabi vegetarian dishes, snacks and mithai. Casual atmosphere and a strong local following.
Moderate for Greater London. Southall dining is often better value than central London, but accommodation and rail fares can still be relatively high.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10-12.5% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gravesend to Southall 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 Southall, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Gravesend to Southall trains use the Gravesend to Southall station pair. Use this guide to compare Gravesend and Southall 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.
Southall has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Southall.
Ticket office support is available at Southall. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Southall: Parking, WC.
Available at Southall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Southall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms Staff ramp assistance is always available Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located within the stations ticket hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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