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Compare coach and train for Gravesend to Strood
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gravesend to Strood among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, while a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 10 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£7 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest | £2 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
40m Average total duration Fastest 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 54m Average total duration 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Gravesend to Strood:
A coach is £4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gravesend to Strood costing on average £7.
Other travel options to Strood take longer:
Coach takes on average 24m.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (10m by train vs 15m by car). Tickets start at around £7 compared to roughly £2 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Thameslink, Southeastern, Southeastern.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Gravesend to Strood train times
The table below shows live departures for Gravesend to Strood trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 P85371 | On time 21:14 Gravesend station (GRV) | 0h12 | 21:26 Strood station (SOO) | 0 changesdirect | |
 C10056 | On time 21:17 Gravesend station (GRV) | 0h14 | 21:31 Strood station (SOO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P85186 | On time 21:44 Gravesend station (GRV) | 0h09 | 21:53 Strood station (SOO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C10057 | On time 21:47 Gravesend station (GRV) | 0h11 | 21:58 Strood station (SOO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P85373 | On time 22:14 Gravesend station (GRV) | 0h09 | 22:23 Strood station (SOO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C10062 | On time 22:17 Gravesend station (GRV) | 0h11 | 22:28 Strood station (SOO) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gravesend to Strood
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Gravesend to Strood run on average 6 times per day, taking around 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 10 km distance in 11m.
Distance 10 km |
Average train duration 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 11m |
First train 0:14 |
Last train 23:47 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Thameslink, Southeastern from Gravesend to Strood trainsThameslink, Southeastern trains will get you between Gravesend and Strood from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Gravesend to Strood train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gravesend to Strood 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 Strood, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Gravesend and Strood
Most Gravesend to Strood trains use the Gravesend to Strood station pair. Use this guide to compare Gravesend and Strood train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Gravesend station do trains to Strood leave from?
Getting to Gravesend from Gravesend city centre
Gravesend 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
Food and drink options are available at Gravesend.
Tickets and information
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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gravesend: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gravesend: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Which Strood station do trains from Gravesend arrive at?
Getting to Strood from Strood city centre
Strood train station facilities and services
Strood has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Strood.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Strood.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Strood. 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Strood: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Strood: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Strood: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access direct to platform 1 from the side entrance for services away from London towards Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham. Step free access via lift to platforms 2 and 3 for services to London and also onto the Medway Valley line stations. Stepped access to platforms 2 and 3 via the station subway. Step free interchange between platforms via the lift, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: station forecourt, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 02:00 Saturday 05:00 - 02:00 Sunday 05:45 - 02:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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