The average train between Charing Cross and Kent takes 1h 22m and the fastest train takes 1h 19m. The train service runs several times per day from Charing Cross to Kent. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Charing Cross and Kent. The earliest departure is at 2:29 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Charing Cross is at 11:29 PM which arrives into Kent at 12:53 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Charing Cross station and arriving at Kent station. Services depart every 4 hours, and operate 6 times a week. The journey takes approximately 1h 22m.
Charing Cross to Kent train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from London Charing Cross station.
Charing Cross to Kent train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Lenham station.
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The distance between Charing Cross and Kent is 64.8 km. The road distance is 77 km.
Southeastern operates a train from London Charing Cross to Lenham 5 times a day. Tickets cost £22–50 and the journey takes 1h 23m.