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 17m.

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 17m 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 and arriving at Horsebridge via Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

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 7m.

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 7m and costs £14 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 7m 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 7m and costs £14 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus and line 401 bus, which costs and takes 3h 47m.

Where does the Charing Cross to Whitstable bus arrive?

Charing Cross to Whitstable bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus 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 17m to drive from Charing Cross to Whitstable.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitstable?

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Charing Cross to Whitstable - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 401 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Victoria to Whitstabletrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
2h 7m
£14–48
Bus, line 401 bus
1. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Horsebridgebus 401 / ...
3h 47m
Drive 60 mi
1. Drive from Charing Cross to Whitstablecar 60 mi
1h 17m
£15–22
Train via Rainham (Kent)
1. Take the train from London Blackfriars to Rainham (Kent)train Luton - Rainham / ...
2. Take the train from Rainham (Kent) to Whitstabletrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
2h 47m
£21–44

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Charing Cross to Whitstable.

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Distance: 59.9 mi
Duration: 2h 7m

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

Southeastern operates a train from London Victoria to Whitstable hourly. Tickets cost £12–45 and the journey takes 1h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Trafalgar Square to Horsebridge via Elephant & Castle / London Rd, Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road, and Bus Station in around 3h 47m.

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