The average train between Grantham and Kent takes 2h 46m and the fastest train takes 2h 16m. There is an hourly train service from Grantham 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 hourly between Grantham and Kent. The earliest departure is at 5:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Grantham is at 10:59 PM which arrives into Kent at 7:39 AM. All services require a transfer at London Kings Cross and take an average of 2h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 17m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Grantham to Kent? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Grantham to Kent. However, there are services departing from Grantham station and arriving at Kent station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.
Grantham to Kent train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Grantham station.
Grantham to Kent train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Ashford International station.
Book your Grantham to Kent train tickets online with London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Southeastern and Hull Trains.
The distance between Grantham and Kent is 206.8 km. The road distance is 275 km.
You can take a train from Grantham to Lenham via London Kings Cross, London St Pancras Intl, and Ashford International in around 2h 40m.