The average train between Gravesend and York takes 2h 55m and the fastest train takes 2h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from Gravesend to York. 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 Gravesend and York. The earliest departure is at 4:59 AM at night, and the last departure from Gravesend is at 10:45 PM which arrives into York at 8:02 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras International and take an average of 2h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Gravesend to York. However, there are services departing from Gravesend station and arriving at York station via York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.
Gravesend to York train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from King's Cross station.
Gravesend to York train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at York station.
Book your Gravesend to York train tickets online with Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Gravesend and York is 296.4 km. The road distance is 342 km.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to York every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £50–85 and the journey takes 1h 45m. Grand Central Trains also services this route every 4 hours.