The cheapest and fastest trains from Broadstairs to London
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$30
Fastest journey
1 h 51 m
Average duration
1 h 57 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
110 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Broadstairs to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Broadstairs to London will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 5 trains that leave Broadstairs for London on Sat, Dec 13, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 13 the direct trains cover the 110 km distance in an average of 1 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 51 m .
On Sat, Dec 13 the slowest trains will take 2 h 13 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 Broadstairs to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Broadstairs to London 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 train which can get you there in 2h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €15.
Distance: 68 miles (110 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€25 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest |
2h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Broadstairs to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Broadstairs to London trains for today, Friday, December 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:19 PM Broadstairs | 2h04 | 6:23 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:19 PM Broadstairs | 2h02 | 7:21 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, December 13 | |||||
![]() | 3:49 AM Broadstairs | 2h38 | 6:27 AM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:27 AM Broadstairs | 1h56 | 9:23 AM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Broadstairs | 1h51 | 9:51 AM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:27 AM Broadstairs | 1h54 | 1:21 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Broadstairs to London
Trains from Broadstairs to London run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) but you can travel from only $12 (€9) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 68 miles (110 km) distance in 1h 23m.
Distance 68 miles (110 km) |
Average train duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:50 |
Train companies: Southeastern, Thameslink from Broadstairs to London trainsSoutheastern, Thameslink trains will get you between Broadstairs and London from $12 (€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 Broadstairs to London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Broadstairs to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Broadstairs to London
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:30 Saturday 06:15 - 19:30 Sunday 08:10 - 15:40 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 from main entrance for services towards Ramsgate. Step free access to platform 2 via side entrance from ramp off The Broadway. Step free interchange between platforms via road and steep paths in excess of 400 metres. Stepped access within station via the 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: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Platform 2 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 2 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platform 2 only available when staff are present
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: upside
- 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: Towards Ramsgate: High Street bus stop opposite the convenience store. Towards Margate: High Street bus stop outside the convenience store.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 13:0015:15 - 19:20 Saturday 08:45 - 15:45 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Taxi: YES
- Accessible taxis: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is in the Ticket Hall next to the taxi office.
- Accessible taxis: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Waiting rooms location: A heated waiting room is available on platforms 3 & 4
- Storage location: Inside booking office, and opposite booking office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 13:00 Saturday 07:00 - 13:00 Sunday 10:00 - 13:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B3 Station. Level access to Platforms 1 and 4 from separate entrances. Steps to Platforms 2/3. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Clapham: Rocks Lane (A306) Bus Stop B To Hounslow / Richmond : Rocks Lane (A306) Bus Stop A Buses that start / terminate at Barnes will use Queens Ride bus stand
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:00 Saturday 06:40 - 20:00 Sunday 08:10 - 19:40 Ticket office managed by Southeastern
- Type of shops available: newspapers
- Car Park: No
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- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B1. 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 lift. Step free access to platform 2 for services away from London via ramp from side entrance. Step free interchange via front of station. Step access to both platforms via booking hall.
- 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: There are ticket machines on Platform 1 and in the booking hall.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:00 Saturday 06:40 - 20:00 Sunday 08:10 - 19:40
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- 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: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting area On platform 1 Only available when staff present
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Bicycle parking available on Platform 1 and 2 and outside the entrance to platform 2
- 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: Towards Charlton - Route 89 bus stop (Bus stop D), near the Railway Tavern. Towards Lewisham - Opposite the Route 89 bus stop (Bus stop E) near the Railway Tavern
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