What is the cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to Whitstable?

The cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to Whitstable is to drive which costs £14 - £22 and takes 1h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Charing Cross to Whitstable?

The fastest way to get from Charing Cross to Whitstable is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Charing Cross and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct bus from Charing Cross to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross and arriving at Horsebridge via Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road and Long Reach. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Charing Cross and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct train from Charing Cross station to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Embankment station and arriving at Whitstable via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Charing Cross to Whitstable?

The distance between Charing Cross and Whitstable is 60 miles. The road distance is 60.4 miles.

How do I travel from Charing Cross to Whitstable without a car?

The best way to get from Charing Cross to Whitstable without a car is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs £17 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Charing Cross to Whitstable?

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Charing Cross to Whitstable, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross to Whitstable bus from?

Charing Cross to Whitstable bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road station.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross to Whitstable train from?

Charing Cross to Whitstable train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from London Victoria station.

Train or bus from Charing Cross to Whitstable?

The best way to get from Charing Cross to Whitstable is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs £17 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £24 and takes 3h 20m.

Where does the Charing Cross to Whitstable bus arrive?

Charing Cross to Whitstable bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Long Reach station.

Where does the Charing Cross to Whitstable train arrive?

Charing Cross to Whitstable train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Whitstable station.

Can I drive from Charing Cross to Whitstable?

Yes, the driving distance between Charing Cross to Whitstable is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Charing Cross to Whitstable.

How do I get a train ticket from Charing Cross to Whitstable?

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Charing Cross to Whitstable - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from London Victoria to WhitstableLondon Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
2h 23m
£17–48
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Long Reach022 / ...
3h 20m
£9–23
Drive 60 mi
1. Drive from Charing Cross to Whitstable60 mi
1h 18m
£15–22
Train via Rainham (Kent)
1. Take the train from London Blackfriars to Rainham (Kent)Luton - Rainham / ...
2. Take the train from Rainham (Kent) to WhitstableSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 5m
£24–44

Charing Cross to Whitstable by subway and train

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2h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 59.9 mi
Duration: 2h 23m

What companies run services between Charing Cross, Greater London, England and Whitstable, England?

Southeastern operates a train from London Victoria to Whitstable every 3 hours. Tickets cost £15–45 and the journey takes 1h 18m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Long Reach every 2 hours. Tickets cost £7–12 and the journey takes 1h 50m.

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