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Journey information
Overview: Train from West Drayton to Gravesend
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from West Drayton to Gravesend run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 21:59. The fastest train covers the 59 km distance in 1h 32m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 59 km |
Average train duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 32m |
First train 04:59 |
Last train 21:59 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Tfl Rail, Elizabeth Line from West Drayton to Gravesend trainsTfl Rail, Elizabeth Line trains will get you between West Drayton and Gravesend from £24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Tfl Rail
About
Tfl Rail is a railway service operated by Transport for London in the United Kingdom. It operates on the Great Western Main Line and the Heathrow branch of the London Underground. The service runs from Paddington in London to Reading, Maidenhead, Slough, and Heathrow Airport. It also serves the towns of Taplow, Burnham, Twyford, and Hayes & Harlington. All trains are air-conditioned and feature onboard Wi-Fi, power sockets, and digital information screens. Tfl Rail offers a range of ticket types, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and Oyster cards. Oyster cards are the most popular ticket type, allowing passengers to pay for their journey with a single card. The most popular routes for Tfl Rail are Paddington to Reading, Paddington to Maidenhead, and Paddington to Heathrow Airport. These routes offer frequent services and provide passengers with a convenient way to travel between London and the surrounding areas.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 32m
Cheapest Price
£19
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included with ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available through TfL website or customer service
Refund
Full refund available for service cancellations
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
No dedicated dining car. Passengers can bring their own food and drinks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Step-free access at most stations, wheelchair spaces on trains, priority seating
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be leashed. Guide dogs welcome
Quiet zone
Family area
Elizabeth Line
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 25m
Cheapest Price
£30
Elizabeth Line frequency
25 a day
FAQs: West Drayton to Gravesend train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from West Drayton 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.
The train journey from West Drayton to Gravesend offers a mix of urban and suburban landscapes, passing through areas such as Slough and London before heading towards the Kent countryside. While not traditionally considered a scenic route, it does provide glimpses of charming suburban scenery and the Thames Estuary near Gravesend.
Booking trains from West Drayton to Gravesend in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from West Drayton to Gravesend can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £24, while the average price tends to be around £24.
The cheapest way to get from West Drayton to Gravesend is by train, costing approximately £24.
A visit to Gravesend can typically be enjoyed over 1 to 2 days, allowing time to explore its historic sites, such as the Gravesend Clock Tower and St George's Church, and enjoy a stroll along the River Thames.
The train station in West Drayton that goes to Gravesend is West Drayton station (WDT), and it arrives at Gravesend station (GRV).
The train distance from West Drayton to Gravesend is 59 km.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from West Drayton to Gravesend.
Yes, you can take the train from West Drayton to Gravesend.
To travel from West Drayton to Gravesend, you can take a train.
The train journey from West Drayton to Gravesend covers a distance of 59 km and takes approximately 1h 32m. Trains run 4 per day.
The first train from West Drayton to Gravesend leaves at 4:59.
The last train from West Drayton to Gravesend departs at 21:59.
Trains from West Drayton to Gravesend run approximately 4 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from West Drayton to Gravesend.
There is no night train service from West Drayton to Gravesend.
A day trip from West Drayton to Gravesend is feasible with a journey time of 1h 32m and a distance of 59 km. Trains run 4 times per day.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in West Drayton and Gravesend
West Drayton
Gravesend
The major train station for departures in West Drayton is West Drayton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at West Drayton for your trip from West Drayton to Gravesend.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 19:40 Saturday 06:30 - 19:40 Sunday 08:10 - 15:30
Distance to city center
1 kmAccessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Accessibility Category B. This station has step free access to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. There is no step free access to platform 1. 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 in the ticket hall on Station Approach.
- Accessible toilets: No
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Temporary toilet facilities are based at the Warwick Road entrance to the station. These toilets are open from 05:00-21:00 Monday to Sunday
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: An accessible, heated waiting room is located on Platform 3.
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for West Drayton
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop E outside station entrance (both directions) Click here for map
The major train station for arrivals in Gravesend is Gravesend. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Gravesend for your journey to Gravesend from West Drayton.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 05:45 - 20:00 Sunday 06:45 - 20:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 0 & 2- Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: platform 0&2- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 2- Available during staffing hours
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platform 0 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: both sides of station
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Gravesend
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Clive Road
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