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St Ives (Cornwall) to Dartford by train

First train

08:07

Last train

22:05

Departure station

St Ives (Cornwall)

Arrival station

Dartford

Journey time

From 6h 26m

Distance

263 miles (423 km)

Frequency

4 trains per day

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink

Taking the train from St Ives (Cornwall) to Dartford in 6 hours 26 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from St Ives (Cornwall) to Dartford? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 9 hours 38 minutes to travel the 263 miles (423 km) from St Ives (Cornwall) to Dartford by train, although you can get there in as little as 6 hours 26 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 4 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 3 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, Southeastern or Thameslink to Dartford. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.

Book train tickets from St Ives (Cornwall) to Dartford 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 Dartford by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from St Ives (Cornwall) to Dartford

Want to know more about your journey from St Ives (Cornwall) to Dartford? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do I travel from St Ives (Cornwall) to Dartford?

You can get from St Ives (Cornwall) to Dartford by train in 9 hours and 38 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 6 hours and 26 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from St Ives (Cornwall) to Dartford take?

The average journey time by train between St Ives (Cornwall) and Dartford is 9 hours and 38 minutes, with around 4 trains per day running on this route. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between St Ives (Cornwall) and Dartford by train?

The fastest journey time by train from St Ives (Cornwall) to Dartford is 6 hours and 26 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from St Ives (Cornwall) to Dartford?

No, there are no direct train services from St Ives (Cornwall) to Dartford. Travelling from St Ives (Cornwall) to Dartford by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

Cheap train tickets from St Ives (Cornwall) to Dartford

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Consider a Season Ticket

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† 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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