The cheapest and fastest trains from Abbey Wood to Whitstable
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$19
Fastest journey
2 h 18 m
Average duration
2 h 22 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
65 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Abbey Wood to Whitstable is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Abbey Wood to Whitstable will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 3 trains that leave Abbey Wood for Whitstable on Fri, Nov 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 65 km distance in an average of 2 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 18 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Abbey Wood to Whitstable
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Abbey Wood to Whitstable among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 40 miles (65 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€14 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest |
1h 57m Average total duration 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Abbey Wood to Whitstable train times
The table below shows live departures for Abbey Wood to Whitstable trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:17 PM Abbey Wood | 1h55 | 12:12 AM Whitstable | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
![]() | 4:38 AM Abbey Wood | 2h25 | 7:03 AM Whitstable | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:40 AM Abbey Wood | 2h23 | 7:03 AM Whitstable | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:45 AM Abbey Wood | 2h18 | 7:03 AM Whitstable | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Abbey Wood to Whitstable
Distance 40 miles (65 km) |
Average train duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€12) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 04:45 |
Last train 21:51 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Abbey Wood to Whitstable start from as low as $14 (€12) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $17 (€14) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: Thameslink from Abbey Wood to Whitstable trainsThameslink trains will get you between Abbey Wood and Whitstable from $11 (€9). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Abbey Wood to Whitstable
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Abbey Wood to Whitstable by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Whitstable, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Abbey Wood to Whitstable
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:05 Saturday 06:10 - 20:05 Sunday 07:30 - 19:30
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available in the ticket hall and platforms.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: On the paid side of the barrier within the stations ticket hall. Separate baby change facilities are also available within the ticket hall on the paid side of the barrier.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilet is located on the paid side of the barrier in the stations ticket hall. This toilet is operated with a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Dartford - Bus stop B (outside of the station) Towards Plumstead - Bus stop A (outside of the station)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 12:00 Saturday 06:00 - 12:00 Sunday 09:10 - 16:00 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B2. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to platform 1 for services towards London via the station forecourt off Old Bridge Road. Step free access to Platform 2 for services towards Margate via the entrance off Railway Avenue. No step free interchange between platforms. Stepped access between platforms via Station Footbridge.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Station forecourt
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:00 Saturday 06:10 - 19:00 Sunday 09:10 - 16:00
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting area in booking hall only available when staff are present
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from outside the station (South side) off Old Bridge Road (see Buses and Taxis map).
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