Southeastern
Southern
Trains to Dartford from East Croydon
| First train | 02:36 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 02:10 | |
| Departure station | East Croydon | |
| Arrival station | Dartford | |
| Journey time | From 57m | |
| Distance | 14 miles (23 km) | |
| Frequency | 157 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators |
Travelling from East Croydon to Dartford by train
If you're planning to travel from East Croydon to Dartford, we're here to help!
On average, the train journey from East Croydon to Dartford takes around 1 hour 24 minutes. There are normally 157 trains per day travelling from East Croydon to Dartford.
You'll have to make 1 change on your journey to Dartford, as there are no direct trains.
Southeastern, Thameslink and Southern trains operate on this route.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from East Croydon to Dartford?
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3. Book split tickets
Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.
4. Travel Off-Peak
If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.
5. Consider a Season Ticket
Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for East Croydon to Dartford is right for you.
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§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.