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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Whitstable is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 38 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Whitstable is to drive which takes 38 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct bus from Dover to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Priory Street and arriving at Horsebridge via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Dover and Whitstable?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dover Priory and arriving at Whitstable. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 24m.

How far is it from Dover to Whitstable?

The distance between Dover and Whitstable is 33 miles. The road distance is 23 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Whitstable without a car is to train via Faversham which takes 1h 11m and costs £9 - £20.

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

It takes approximately 1h 11m to get from Dover to Whitstable, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Whitstable bus from?

Dover to Whitstable bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Priory Street station.

Where do I catch the Dover to Whitstable train from?

Dover to Whitstable train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.

Train or bus from Dover to Whitstable?

The best way to get from Dover to Whitstable is to train via Faversham which takes 1h 11m and costs £9 - £20. Alternatively, you can line 15 bus and line 401 bus, which costs and takes 1h 24m.

Where does the Dover to Whitstable bus arrive?

Dover to Whitstable bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Dover to Whitstable train arrive?

Dover to Whitstable train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Faversham station.

Can I drive from Dover to Whitstable?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Whitstable is 23 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Dover to Whitstable.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitstable?

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Dover to Whitstable - 5 ways to travel via train, line 15 bus, and line 401 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Dover to Whitstable by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train via Faversham
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to FavershamDover Priory - London Victoria / ...
1h 11m
£10–20
Drive 22.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dover to Whitstable22.9 mi
38 min
£6–9
Line 15 bus, line 401 bus
1. Take the bus from Priory Street to Bus Station15
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Horsebridge401 / ...
1h 24m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dover to Whitstable22.9 mi
38 min
£100–130
Train
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to WhitstableDover Priory - Faversham
1h 24m
£8–18

Dover to Whitstable by train

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1h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 32.4 mi
Duration: 1h 11m

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

Southeastern operates a train from Dover Priory to Faversham hourly. Tickets cost £6–14 and the journey takes 44 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Priory Street to Horsebridge via Bus Station in around 1h 24m.

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