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How to get from Dartford to Tenterden by bus and train?

From Dartford to Tenterden by bus and train

To get from Dartford to Tenterden in Ashford, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the THAMESLINK train from Dartford station to Strood station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SOUTHEASTERN train and finally take the 12 bus from Royal Star Arcade, Maidstone station to Old Post Office, Tenterden station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 18 min. The bus and train schedule from Dartford may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Tenterden on the Moovit app.

138min
Train - THAMESLINK
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Bus - 1212
Walk to Tenterden
Leaves from Dartford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Dartford
  • 2
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Rainham (Kent)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Strood
    29 min
  • 4
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    Paddock Wood
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Maidstone West
    26 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Royal Star Arcade, Maidstone
    ID M2
    520 m • 7 min
  • 7
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Tenterden
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Old Post Office, Tenterden
    60 min
  • 9
    Walk to Tenterden
    Walk to
    Tenterden
    Eastwell Meadows
    230 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Dartford to Tenterden by bus and train via THAMESLINK, 101 and 12

To get from Dartford to Tenterden in Ashford, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the THAMESLINK train from Dartford station to Chatham station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 101 bus and finally take the 12 bus from Chequers Bus Station, Maidstone station to Old Post Office, Tenterden station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 18 min. The bus and train schedule from Dartford may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Tenterden on the Moovit app.

138min
Train - THAMESLINK
Bus - 101101
Bus - 1212
Walk to Tenterden
Leaves from Dartford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Dartford
  • 2
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Rainham (Kent)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chatham
    35 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chatham Railway Station, Chatham
    ID C
    80 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 101101
    Wait for bus
    101
    Maidstone
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Chequers Bus Station, Maidstone
    ID H3
    30 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chequers Bus Station, Maidstone
    ID J3
    10 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Tenterden
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Old Post Office, Tenterden
    56 min
  • 10
    Walk to Tenterden
    Walk to
    Tenterden
    Eastwell Meadows
    230 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Dartford to Tenterden

The distance between Dartford, Ashford and Tenterden, Ashford is approximately 71.32 km, which can typically be travelled in 138 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Dartford to Tenterden by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Ashford – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Dartford to Tenterden

To check the bus and train schedule from Dartford to Tenterden using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Dartford) and destination (Tenterden), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

Alternative route from Dartford to Tenterden by bus and train via THAMESLINK, 101 and 12

To get from Dartford to Tenterden in Ashford, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the THAMESLINK train from Dartford station to Chatham station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 101 bus and finally take the 12 bus from Chequers Bus Station, Maidstone station to Old Post Office, Tenterden station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 18 min. The bus and train schedule from Dartford may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Tenterden on the Moovit app.

138min
Train - THAMESLINK
Bus - 101101
Bus - 1212
Walk to Tenterden
Leaves from Dartford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Dartford
  • 2
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Rainham (Kent)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chatham
    35 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chatham Railway Station, Chatham
    ID C
    80 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 101101
    Wait for bus
    101
    Maidstone
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Chequers Bus Station, Maidstone
    ID H3
    30 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chequers Bus Station, Maidstone
    ID J3
    10 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Tenterden
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Old Post Office, Tenterden
    56 min
  • 10
    Walk to Tenterden
    Walk to
    Tenterden
    Eastwell Meadows
    230 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Dartford to Tenterden?

    The fastest way takes 138 minutes, using Train line THAMESLINK, Train line SOUTHEASTERN, Bus line 12.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Dartford to Tenterden?

    The alternative route takes 138 minutes, using Train line THAMESLINK, Bus line 101, Bus line 12.

  • Is there a direct train between Dartford and Tenterden?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 18 min.

  • Which train line goes from Dartford to Tenterden?

    The THAMESLINK train line goes from Rainham (Kent) station near Dartford in London to Strood station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Strood station near Tenterden in Ashford.

  • How long does it take to travel from Dartford to Tenterden by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Dartford in London and Tenterden in Ashford by train and bus is about 2 hr 18 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Dartford to get to Tenterden?

    Get on the THAMESLINK train from the Rainham (Kent) station near Dartford in London.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Dartford and Tenterden?

    Get off the train at the Strood stop, which is closest to Tenterden in Ashford.