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Outbound fromDartford to City Thameslink by train
It takes an average of 50m to travel from Dartford to City Thameslink by train, over a distance of around 15 miles (24 km). There are normally 32 trains per day travelling from Dartford to City Thameslink and tickets for this journey start from £11.10 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:46 | |
| Departure station | Dartford | |
| Arrival station | City Thameslink | |
| Journey time | From 50m | |
| Distance | 15 miles (24 km) | |
| Frequency | 32 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £11.10 | |
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How to travel from Dartford to City Thameslink by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Dartford to City Thameslink? Look no further.
You'll usually find 32 trains per day running between Dartford and City Thameslink, which usually take 50 minutes to complete the 15 miles (24 km) journey. It can take as little as 50 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. As soon as you board the train, you'll be able to make yourself comfortable and enjoy the journey as there are direct services available. Thameslink trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to City Thameslink.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Dartford to City Thameslink start from £11.10 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to City Thameslink? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
FAQs about the train journey from Dartford to City Thameslink
Want to know more about your journey from Dartford to City Thameslink? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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Cheap train tickets from Dartford to City Thameslink
Book in advance
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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 Dartford to City Thameslink 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
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.