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Tilbury Fort
Historic riverside fort with museum displays on artillery, soldiers and Thames defence. A strong choice for military history fans.
Cheapest price
£141
Average price
£148
Fastest journey
3 h 3 m
Average duration
3 h 3 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
292 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds to Gravesend is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Gravesend will cost around £148 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £141.
To travel from Leeds to Gravesend you need to make at least one change.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Gravesend among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £77.
Distance: 292 km
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£77 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 10m Average total duration 6h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Gravesend trains for tomorrow, Sunday 9 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 13:10 Leeds | 3h45 | 16:55 Gravesend | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:40 Leeds | 3h03 | 16:43 Gravesend | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:10 Leeds | 3h45 | 17:55 Gravesend | 2 changes | |
![]() | 14:40 Leeds | 3h03 | 17:43 Gravesend | 1 change | |
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Trains from Leeds to Gravesend run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £77 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:34, the last at 21:45. The fastest train covers the 292 km distance in 3h 33m.
Distance 292 km |
Average train duration 2h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £77 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 33m |
First train 2:34 |
Last train 21:45 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Gravesend — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Gravesend trip today.
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 Leeds 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 Leeds to Gravesend trains use the Leeds to Gravesend station pair. Use this guide to compare Leeds and Gravesend train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Leeds has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 22:30. Information desks are located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Luggage storage is located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds: There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.
Burley Park is 2 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Burley Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Burley Park.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Burley Park: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Burley Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Burley Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Headingley is 3 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Headingley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Headingley.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Headingley: Parking.
Available at Headingley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Headingley: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. The conductor will carry out any assistance, please wait on the platform. This station has recently benefitted from the installation of lifts, level access to platform 1 with platform 2 being accessible using the lift and a short subway, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, 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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