Ebbsfleet International Station

Sleek and modern, the glass and steel structure of our latest Kent station stands proud among the surrounding countryside, a beacon of development in the garden of England. With services complementing those from Ashford International it’s ideally situated just minutes from Junction 2 of the M25. What’s more it’s also close to the M2, M20 and A2, and a stone’s throw from Bluewater (ideal for a spot of pre-trip shopping).

What’s on offer at Ebbsfleet International?

• Cafés, newsagents, and cash machines (in short, everything you need for a successful trip, but forgot about or lost on the way).
• Departure lounge facilities open to all travellers.
• A dedicated departure lounge for Business Premier travellers and Eurostar™ carte blanche holders.
• Our ticket office is open Mondays to Fridays from 05:00 to 19:30, Saturdays from 05:45 to 19:30 and Sundays from 07:15 to 19:30. What’s more there are also quick and easy to use e-ticket collection machines available.
• Wireless internet access.
• Toilets with baby-changing facilities.
• Ample bicycle and motorcycle parking.
• Car hire at the station; contact Avis on 01474 350631, and don't forget to say that you'd like to pick the car up at Ebbsfleet International.
• Unfortunately we are currently unable to offer a porterage service at Ebbsfleet International, and nor is there any dedicated assistance team. If you require assistance on your day of travel however please ask at the desk and we will do our best to help you (subject to availability).

Getting there

By train
Southeastern have launched their Kent Highspeed trains which now call at Ebbsfleet International.

By bus
Fastrack services also run from the Bluewater shopping centre, a major hub for all local bus services. All Fastrack B services call at Ebbsfleet International with a fast and frequent service. During peak periods they serve the station in both directions every 10 minutes.
We regret to inform you that free Fastrack travel is no longer available to Eurostar ticket holders.

Where do I interchange between Southeastern and Fastrack?
If you’re travelling by train from London we recommend you interchange at Greenhithe. If you’re travelling by train towards London however we recommend you use Gravesend; head for the platform 2 exit and cross the road at the pedestrian lights to reach the Fastrack B bus stop.

Remember if you’re travelling during public holidays it’s likely that Southeastern and Fastrack services will either be reduced or suspended, so check their respective timetables to see if this will affect you.

• See a list of participating Southeastern stations.
• See a map of participating Southeastern stations.
• Check train times on the Southeastern website.
• Plan your train journey to Ebbsfleet International from any station in England, Scotland or Wales. Travel to Greenhithe (or Gravesend if you’re travelling towards London) and catch a Fastrack bus service.
• Visit Fastrack's website for timetables and more information.
• View Fastrack's route map.

Don’t be late
We’d hate for you to miss your train so make sure you allow plenty of time for your journey to the station. And bear in mind that Northfleet is a 15 minute walk from either a Fastrack bus stop or Ebbsfleet International, so if you have heavy luggage or are travelling with children we do not recommend that you use this station.

By car
Plan your journey by car (Type ‘Ebbsfleet’ as your destination).

From the M25: Leave at Junction 2 and join the A2 East, following the signs for Canterbury. Go past the Bluewater junction and Ebbsfleet International is the next exit.

From Ashford: Follow the M20 towards London. Leave at Junction 1 i.e. where the M20 meets the M25, and join the M25 at Junction 3. Follow the M25 north, towards the Dartford Crossing. Leave at Junction 2 and join the A2 East, following the signs for Canterbury. Go past the Bluewater junction and Ebbsfleet International is the next exit.

From Canterbury: Follow the A2 (M) towards London and follow the signs for Ebbsfleet International, past the exits for Rochester, Cobham and Southfleet.

• Up to 1 hour: £1.00
• Up to 5 hours: £4.50
• Daily rate: £8
• Weekly rate: £37.00
• Pre-booking for parking is now available.
• Click here for real-time traffic reports for your car journey to Ebbsfleet.

By coach
Ebbsfleet International is served by National Express coaches on the Dover-Canterbury-London Victoria route. Click here for more information and timetables.

By bicycle
Cycle parking is available under a covered stand on the approach to the station from the main car parks. It’s free and is covered by 24-hour CCTV surveillance.