Travelling from Gravesend to Catford by train
Looking to travel from Gravesend to Catford by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 1 hour 47 minutes to travel from Gravesend to Catford by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 8 minutes though. You'll usually find 14 trains per day running along the 17 miles (27 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Catford, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Southeastern or Thameslink to get to Catford – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Gravesend to Catford in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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Cheap train tickets from Gravesend to Catford
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Gravesend to Catford is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.