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

The cheapest way to get from Eastbourne to Whitstable is to drive which costs £15 - £22 and takes 1h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Eastbourne to Whitstable is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs £15 - £22.

Is there a direct train between Eastbourne and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct train from Eastbourne to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Eastbourne and arriving at Whitstable via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Eastbourne to Whitstable?

The distance between Eastbourne and Whitstable is 66 miles. The road distance is 61.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Eastbourne to Whitstable without a car is to train and line 401 bus which takes 2h 51m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Eastbourne to Whitstable, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eastbourne to Whitstable train from?

Eastbourne to Whitstable train services, operated by Southern, depart from Eastbourne station.

Train or bus from Eastbourne to Whitstable?

The best way to get from Eastbourne to Whitstable is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £50 - £75. Alternatively, you can line 54 bus and line 7 bus, which costs £17 - £23 and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Eastbourne to Whitstable train arrive?

Eastbourne to Whitstable train services, operated by Southern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Eastbourne to Whitstable?

Yes, the driving distance between Eastbourne to Whitstable is 62 miles. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Eastbourne to Whitstable.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitstable?

There are 1163+ hotels available in Whitstable.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Eastbourne 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, line 401 bus
best
1. Take the train from Eastbourne to Ashford Internationaltrain Eastbourne - Ashford International
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Horsebridgebus 401 / ...
2h 51m
Drive 61.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Eastbourne to Whitstablecar 61.3 mi
1h 28m
£16–22
Train, bus, line 401 bus
1. Take the train from Eastbourne to Ashford Internationaltrain
2. Take the bus from Ashford International station to Bus Stationbus 1X / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Horsebridgebus 401 / ...
3h 59m
Train
1. Take the train from Eastbourne to London Victoriatrain Eastbourne - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Whitstabletrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
3h 34m
£51–74
Line 54 bus, line 7 bus
1. Take the bus from Gildredge Road to Bus Stationbus 54
2. Take the bus from War Memorial to Chequers Bus Stationbus 7
5h 20m
£17–23

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Eastbourne to Whitstable.

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Distance: 66.1 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

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

You can take a train from Eastbourne to Whitstable via London Victoria in around 3h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gildredge Road to Whitstable via Bus Station, War Memorial, Chequers Bus Station, King Street, Railway Station, and Sittingbourne in around 5h 20m.

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