The average train between Kent and Sheerness takes 2h 22m and the fastest train takes 1h 49m. There is a train service every few hours from Kent to Sheerness. 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 Kent and Sheerness. The earliest departure is at 1:47 AM at night, and the last departure from Kent is at 10:53 PM which arrives into Sheerness at 12:42 AM. All services require a transfer at Ashford International and take an average of 2h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Kent to Sheerness? 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 Kent to Sheerness. However, there are services departing from Kent station and arriving at Sheerness station via Ebbsfleet International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.
Kent to Sheerness train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.
Kent to Sheerness train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Sheerness-on-Sea station.
Book your Kent to Sheerness train tickets online with Southeastern.
The distance between Kent and Sheerness is 21.6 km. The road distance is 116 km.
You can take a train from Lenham to Sheerness-on-Sea via Ashford International, Ebbsfleet International, and Sittingbourne in around 2h 41m.