How to travel from London to Whitstable

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Compare bus and train for London to Whitstable

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Whitstable among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 54m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, while a train costs an average of €26.

Distance: 50 miles (81 km)

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Driving

€26

Average price

€17

Average price

Cheapest

€35

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 54m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 24m

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30m

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3h 3m

Average total duration

2h 33m

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30m

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1h 38m

Average total duration

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Lowest

0.1 - 0.2kg

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Compare ways to travel from London to Whitstable

Compare the available ways to get from London to Whitstable, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from London to Whitstable is a bus with an average price of €17.

This is compared to other travel options from London to Whitstable:

A bus is €10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Whitstable costing on average €26.

The fastest way to travel from London to Whitstable is by train with an average journey time of 1h 54m.

Other travel options to Whitstable take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 3m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Whitstable including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from London to Whitstable among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 14m faster (1h 24m by train vs 1h 38m by car) and roughly €9 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€26 vs €35). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from London to Whitstable

How to get from London to Whitstable by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from London to Whitstable is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • National ExpressNX022
    7:30 AM1h40
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    9:10 AMWhitstable, Clapham Hill
    €141One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • National ExpressNX022
    7:30 AM1h40
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    9:10 AMWhitstable, Clapham Hill
    €141One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • SoutheasternP86269
    10:40 AM1h18
    London Victoria (VIC)
    11:58 AMWhitstable station (WHI)
    €161One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SoutheasternP86277
    11:40 AM1h18
    London Victoria (VIC)
    12:58 PMWhitstable station (WHI)
    €161One-way
    0 transfers
  • SoutheasternP86291
    1:40 PM1h18
    London Victoria (VIC)
    2:58 PMWhitstable station (WHI)
    €161One-way
    0 transfers
  • SoutheasternP86284
    12:40 PM1h18
    London Victoria (VIC)
    1:58 PMWhitstable station (WHI)
    €161One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX007
    11:00 PM1h55
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    12:55 AMWhitstable, Clapham Hill
    €141One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX022
    9:30 PM2h00
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    11:30 PMWhitstable, Clapham Hill
    €141One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX007
    8:00 PM2h05
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    10:05 PMWhitstable, Clapham Hill
    €141One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from London to Whitstable

Travel to Whitstable easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London to Whitstable.

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There are 2 options to travel between London and Whitstable including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from London to Whitstable is a bus with an average price of €17.

This is compared to other travel options from London to Whitstable:

A bus is €10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Whitstable costing on average €26.

The fastest way to travel from London to Whitstable is by train with an average journey time of 1h 54m.

Other travel options to Whitstable take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 3m.

The distance from London to Whitstable is approximately 50 miles (81 km).
The average frequency per day from London to Whitstable is:
  • Around 11 buses per day.
  • Around 9 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between London and Whitstable as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from London to Whitstable:
  • Trains mostly depart from London Victoria (VIC) and arrive in Whitstable station (WHI).
  • Buses mostly depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Whitstable, Clapham Hill.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from London to Whitstable, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express to go to Whitstable by bus.
  • Travel with Southeastern, Thameslink to go to Whitstable by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from London to Whitstable with the following travel companies:
  • 9 direct buses per day with National Express.
  • 6 direct trains per day with Southeastern.
Omio customers who travel from London to Whitstable often also extend their vacation to go to London St Pancras International (STP), London Victoria (VIC), Canterbury, Stratford International (SFA), Margate. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Whitstable and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Whitstable to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully enjoy Whitstable, a 2-3 day visit is ideal, allowing time to explore its charming harbor, local seafood, and unique shops, as well as relax on the beach.

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