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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
£29
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
3 h 13 m
Average duration
3 h 13 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
249 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Gravesend is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Gravesend will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
Of the 1 trains that leave Sheffield for Gravesend every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 249 km distance in an average of 3 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 13 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Gravesend among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a flight costs an average of £101.
Distance: 249 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£37 Average Price | £101 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 10m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 53m Average total duration 6h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Gravesend trains for today, Tuesday 25 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:30 Sheffield | 2h51 | 8:21 Gravesend | 1 change | |
![]() | 5:56 Sheffield | 2h47 | 8:43 Gravesend | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:30 Sheffield | 2h50 | 9:20 Gravesend | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:00 Sheffield | 2h43 | 9:43 Gravesend | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:34 Sheffield | 2h39 | 10:13 Gravesend | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:59 Sheffield | 2h44 | 10:43 Gravesend | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:35 Sheffield | 2h38 | 11:13 Gravesend | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:00 Sheffield | 2h43 | 11:43 Gravesend | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:35 Sheffield | 2h38 | 12:13 Gravesend | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:00 Sheffield | 2h43 | 12:43 Gravesend | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:35 Sheffield | 2h38 | 13:13 Gravesend | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:00 Sheffield | 2h43 | 13:43 Gravesend | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:35 Sheffield | 2h38 | 14:13 Gravesend | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:00 Sheffield | 2h43 | 14:43 Gravesend | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:35 Sheffield | 2h38 | 15:13 Gravesend | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:00 Sheffield | 2h43 | 15:43 Gravesend | 1 change | |
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Trains from Sheffield to Gravesend run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 21:45. The fastest train covers the 249 km distance in 3h 11m.
Distance 249 km |
Average train duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 11m |
First train 4:30 |
Last train 21:45 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
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 Sheffield 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 Sheffield to Gravesend trains use the Sheffield to Gravesend station pair. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Gravesend train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Meadowhall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Ticket office support is available at Meadowhall.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Meadowhall: Parking, WC.
Available at Meadowhall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Meadowhall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station, 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: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, 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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