What is the cheapest way to get from Barking to Whitstable?

The cheapest way to get from Barking to Whitstable is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barking to Whitstable?

The fastest way to get from Barking to Whitstable is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Barking and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct bus from Barking station to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Beckton Bus Station and arriving at Horsebridge via Lewisham Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Barking and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct train from Barking to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Plumstead and arriving at Whitstable via Rainham (Kent). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

How far is it from Barking to Whitstable?

The distance between Barking and Whitstable is 47 miles. The road distance is 55.2 miles.

How do I travel from Barking to Whitstable without a car?

The best way to get from Barking to Whitstable without a car is to train via Rainham (Kent) which takes 1h 50m and costs £23 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Barking to Whitstable?

It takes approximately 1h 50m to get from Barking to Whitstable, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barking to Whitstable bus from?

Barking to Whitstable bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Beckton Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Barking to Whitstable train from?

Barking to Whitstable train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Plumstead station.

Train or bus from Barking to Whitstable?

The best way to get from Barking to Whitstable is to train via Rainham (Kent) which takes 1h 50m and costs £23 - £45. Alternatively, you can line 129 bus and bus, which costs £12 - £95 and takes 4h 2m.

Where does the Barking to Whitstable bus arrive?

Barking to Whitstable bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Lewisham Station.

Where does the Barking to Whitstable train arrive?

Barking to Whitstable train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Rainham (Kent) station.

Can I drive from Barking to Whitstable?

Yes, the driving distance between Barking to Whitstable is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Barking to Whitstable.

How do I get a train ticket from Barking to Whitstable?

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Barking to Whitstable - 4 ways to travel via train, line 129 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Barking to Whitstable by train, bus, or car

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Train via Rainham (Kent)
best
1. Take the train from Plumstead to Rainham (Kent)train Luton - Rainham / ...
2. Take the train from Rainham (Kent) to Whitstabletrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
1h 50m
£24–44
Line 129 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Beckton Bus Station to Lewisham Stationbus 129
2. Take the bus from Lewisham Station to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
4h 2m
£13–94
Drive 54.9 mi
1. Drive from Barking to Whitstablecar 54.9 mi
1h 2m
£14–20
Train
1. Take the train from Stratford International to Whitstabletrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 16m
£16–55

Barking to Whitstable by train

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Distance: 47.1 mi
Duration: 1h 50m

What companies run services between Barking, England and Whitstable, England?

You can take a train from Plumstead to Whitstable via Rainham (Kent) in around 1h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Beckton Bus Station to Horsebridge via Lewisham Station and Bus Station in around 4h 2m.

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