Cities Near Dartford
Cities near Dartford, UK: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Grays, Dagenham, Beckenham. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Dartford, UK is Grays, about 5 mi (8 km) away — roughly 18 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grays | 5 mi / 8 km | 18 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Dagenham | 7 mi / 12 km | 25 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Beckenham | 11 mi / 17 km | 36 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Brentwood | 13 mi / 20 km | 43 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Basildon | 13 mi / 22 km | 26 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Chatham | 14 mi / 23 km | 28 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Islington | 15 mi / 24 km | 29 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Maidstone | 18 mi / 29 km | 35 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Sutton | 19 mi / 31 km | 37 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Enfield Town | 19 mi / 31 km | 37 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Dartford
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Grays, Dagenham, Beckenham, Brentwood, Basildon. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Dartford include Grays, Dagenham, Beckenham, Brentwood, Basildon. The closest is Grays, about 5 miles (8 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.