Taking the train from Gravesend to Crayford in 20 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Gravesend to Crayford? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 20 minutes to travel the 8 miles (13 km) from Gravesend to Crayford by train, although you can get there in as little as 20 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 51 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with Southeastern for all or at least part of your journey to Crayford.
Book train tickets from Gravesend to Crayford in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Crayford by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Gravesend to Crayford
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 Gravesend to Crayford 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.
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