Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Gravesend travel guide

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You're Going to Love Gravesend

With a population of 54,263, Gravesend is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Gravesend to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Gravesend

If you’re looking for affordable options, Rico Sabor - Gravesend (Old Town Hall, High Street) and Twin Dynasty (46-47 Windmill Street) are great picks.

When to visit Gravesend

Gravesend in November
Estimated hotel price
£42
1 night at 3-star hotel
Gravesend in November
Estimated hotel price
£42
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Gravesend

Plane

When flying to Gravesend, you’ll arrive at London City (LCY), which is located 15 miles from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Gravesend departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Gravesend, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Gravesend to Birmingham takes 1h 28m and costs around £17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about £33 for a 1h 36m trip. Located 0.8 miles from the city centre, Gravesend Tilbury Riverside, Essex is the busiest station in Gravesend. Another popular train station is Gravesend, located 0.3 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Gravesend is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 22 miles from Gravesend. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Gravesend, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Gravesend takes 95 miles and will cost you around £5. From Bristol, the ticket costs about £4 for a journey of 130 miles.

Plane

When flying to Gravesend, you’ll arrive at London City (LCY), which is located 15 miles from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Gravesend departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Gravesend, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Gravesend to Birmingham takes 1h 28m and costs around £17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about £33 for a 1h 36m trip. Located 0.8 miles from the city centre, Gravesend Tilbury Riverside, Essex is the busiest station in Gravesend. Another popular train station is Gravesend, located 0.3 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Gravesend is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 22 miles from Gravesend. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Gravesend, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Gravesend takes 95 miles and will cost you around £5. From Bristol, the ticket costs about £4 for a journey of 130 miles.

Airports near Gravesend

LHRLondon Heathrow
STNLondon Stansted
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Gravesend

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Gravesend

Most booked hotels in Gravesend

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Spring River Ebbsfleet by Marston's Inns
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£54+
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Travelodge London Ilford
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£52+
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Jessamine House Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£63+
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Best Western Manor Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£93+
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Holiday Inn Express London - Dartford
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£70+
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Inn On The Lake
3 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
£63+
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Hiring a car in Gravesend

Hiring a car in Gravesend costs £41 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Gravesend (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Gravesend is Standard (Class Standard SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Class Economy Car or similar) is, on average, 69% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Gravesend costs £41 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Gravesend (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Gravesend is Standard (Class Standard SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Class Economy Car or similar) is, on average, 69% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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