Sittingbourne to London Victoria Trains From €5.71*

Travel to the capital on fast, efficient Southeastern services that take passengers by train from Sittingbourne to London Victoria in approximately 1 hour and 5 minutes.

For a seamless journey from the industrial heart of Kent to the UK’s busiest city, take the train. Across some 39 miles, you’ll speed along this direct route in a streamlined journey from Sittingbourne to London. When you buy cheap tickets in advance with TrainPal, prices start from just €5.71.

Whether you’re an early riser on the 05:14 first train of the day or are boarding the last train at 23:03, Southeastern offers a comfortable and convenient travel experience throughout the day. Enjoy great days out by train in London!

Southeastern serves London and the South East, from Dover to Canterbury, Maidstone, and Hastings. Travel to London Charing Cross, St Pancras, Victoria, and Cannon Street on high-speed trains.

Departing from Sittingbourne

Set off from Sittingbourne, a town in the Swale district of Kent, southeast England, with a long history of brickmaking, bargebuilding, and more industrial activities. 

Sittingbourne is a historic railway station opened in 1858 by the London, Chatham and Dover Railway. Located just to the north of the town centre, only a few minutes’ walk from High Street, you can reach the station on handy local buses run by Chalkwell Coaches, Stagecoach, and Arriva Southern Counties.

While you wait, you’ll have access to heated waiting rooms (only when staff are present), plus a coffee shop, vending machines, toilets, The station has Help Points, and there is step-free access to all platforms.

A stop on the Chatham Main Line, Sittingbourne provides access to London St Pancras International, London Victoria, Faversham, Dover Priory, Canterbury East, Ramsgate, and Sheerness-on-Sea on trains operated by Southeastern.

Main stops

On the direct Southeastern route from Sittingbourne to London Victoria, the train typically stops at Rainham (Kent), Gillingham (Kent), Chatham, Rochester, Meopham, Longfield, and Bromley South.

Arriving at London Victoria

London Victoria is a popular station in the heart of the capital, with excellent onward connections within London and beyond.

When you arrive from Sittingbourne, you’ll be within a Grade II listed building, and have access to all the amenities you would expect at a busy London terminal. Before heading out, connect to free Wi-Fi and buy a hot drink in one of the station’s cafes. The station has step-free access from all platforms, accessible toilets, and Changing Places toilets, as well an eclectic range of shops from florists, shoe repairers, pharmacies, and hairdressers.

Situated just a short walk from Westminster, London Victoria is a great arrival point for passengers visiting the capital for work or leisure. Take the London Underground around the capital on the Circle, District and Victoria lines to top attractions like St James’s Park, a Royal Park in Central London.

Alternatively, London buses call at the station around the clock, offering convenient routes around the city. Victoria Coach Station, the capital’s main coach terminal, is also only 300 metres away.

From London Victoria, take the train with Southern, Southeastern, Thameslink, and Gatwick Express services to Brighton, Bognor Regis, Dover, Ramsgate, London Victoria, East Grinstead, and Eastbourne.

Southeastern train classes

There are no First Class seats on Southeastern trains, so all passengers will travel in Standard Class.

Even if you can’t get a Sittingbourne to London Victoria ticket, Southeastern is known for its quality and comfort. Enjoy spacious seating in a 2+2 configuration, free Wi-Fi, and at-seat power sockets, plus find on-board toilets, and live information displays on trains.

Seat reservations are not required, while priority seating is available for pregnant, disabled, and elderly passengers.  

Southeastern train travel advice

• Pets: Travel from Sittingbourne to London Victoria with your companion animal at no extra charge. Each (human) passenger can bring up to two small pets on Southeastern trains, so long as dogs stay on a lead and smaller animals are held in a secure carrier.
• Luggage: Bring up to three items of luggage on Southeastern services free of charge (two larger bags and one item of hand luggage). Remember to check that your luggage is manageable before you start your journey, and be sure to stow it safely.
• Bicycles: Check before you travel, as you may not be allowed to board with a bike on some Peak routes. On all Off-Peak and weekend services, standard bikes and electric bikes are allowed.
• Children: Under 5s go free on Southeastern trains, while kids aged 5-15 are eligible for half-price fares. At Off-Peak times, check out the operator’s Kids for a Quid offer.
• Passenger Assist: Passengers who require a helping hand, whether for luggage support, boarding trains, or something else, can book assistance in advance or speak to staff at the station on the day.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.