What is the cheapest way to get from Elephant & Castle Station to Whitstable?

The cheapest way to get from Elephant & Castle Station to Whitstable is to bus which costs £7 - £11 and takes 2h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Elephant & Castle Station to Whitstable?

The fastest way to get from Elephant & Castle Station to Whitstable is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Elephant & Castle Station and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct bus from Elephant & Castle Station to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road and arriving at Horsebridge via Long Reach. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Elephant & Castle Station and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct train from Elephant & Castle Station to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Elephant & Castle and arriving at Whitstable via Bromley South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Elephant & Castle Station to Whitstable?

The distance between Elephant & Castle Station and Whitstable is 60 miles. The road distance is 58.6 miles.

How do I travel from Elephant & Castle Station to Whitstable without a car?

The best way to get from Elephant & Castle Station to Whitstable without a car is to bus which takes 2h 5m and costs £7 - £11.

How long does it take to get from Elephant & Castle Station to Whitstable?

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Elephant & Castle Station to Whitstable, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elephant & Castle Station to Whitstable bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Elephant & Castle Station to Whitstable train from?

Elephant & Castle Station to Whitstable train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Elephant & Castle station.

Train or bus from Elephant & Castle Station to Whitstable?

The best way to get from Elephant & Castle Station to Whitstable is to bus which takes 2h 5m and costs £7 - £11. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £16 - £50 and takes 2h 20m.

Where does the Elephant & Castle Station to Whitstable bus arrive?

Elephant & Castle Station to Whitstable bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Long Reach station.

Where does the Elephant & Castle Station to Whitstable train arrive?

Elephant & Castle Station to Whitstable train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Bromley South station.

Can I drive from Elephant & Castle Station to Whitstable?

Yes, the driving distance between Elephant & Castle Station to Whitstable is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Elephant & Castle Station to Whitstable.

How do I get a train ticket from Elephant & Castle Station to Whitstable?

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Elephant & Castle Station to Whitstable - 3 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Elephant & Castle Station to Whitstable by bus, train, or car

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Long Reach007 / ...
2h 5m
£7–11
Train
1. Take the train from Elephant & Castle to Bromley SouthLondon Blackfriars - Sevenoaks / ...
2. Take the train from Bromley South to WhitstableLondon Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
2h 20m
£16–48
Drive 58.2 mi
1. Drive from Elephant & Castle Station to Whitstable58.2 mi
1h 10m
£15–21

Elephant & Castle Station to Whitstable by foot and bus

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Distance: 59.7 mi
Duration: 2h 5m

What companies run services between Elephant & Castle Station, Greater London, England and Whitstable, England?

National Express operates a bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Long Reach hourly. Tickets cost £7–11 and the journey takes 1h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Elephant & Castle Station to Whitstable via Elephant & Castle and Bromley South in around 2h 20m.

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