How to travel from Eltham to Dartford by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Eltham to Dartford? Look no further.
You'll usually find 82 trains per day running between Eltham and Dartford, which usually take 22 minutes to complete the 7 miles (12 km) journey. It can take as little as 18 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. Both Southeastern and Thameslink trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Eltham to Dartford if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Dartford? 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 Eltham to Dartford
Want to know more about your journey from Eltham to Dartford? 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 Eltham to Dartford
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 Eltham to Dartford 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.