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Erith to Polegate by train

First train

07:45

Last train

22:39

Departure station

Erith

Arrival station

Polegate

Journey time

From 2h 10m

Distance

46 miles (74 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Southeastern, Thameslink, Southern

Take the train from Erith to Polegate in 2 hours 10 minutes

If you want to travel from Erith to Polegate by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Erith to Polegate by train to take around 3 hours 22 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 2 hours 10 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 0 trains per day running on this route, which spans 46 miles (74 km). You'll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Polegate. You can travel on this route with either Southeastern, Thameslink or Southern. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from Erith to Polegate are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

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Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Erith to Polegate? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Erith and Polegate by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Erith to Polegate is 2 hours and 10 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Erith to Polegate?

No, there are no direct train services from Erith to Polegate. Travelling from Erith to Polegate by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Erith to Polegate leave?

The first train from Erith to Polegate leaves at 07:45. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Erith to Polegate leave?

The last train from Erith to Polegate leaves at 22:39. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Erith and Polegate by train?

Trains travelling from Erith to Polegate cover a distance of around 46 miles (74 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Erith to Polegate

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Consider a Season Ticket

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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