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

The cheapest way to get from Elephant and Castle to Whitstable is to bus which costs £7 - £16 and takes 2h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elephant and Castle to Whitstable is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £14 - £22.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Elephant and Castle 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 1m.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Bridge and arriving at Whitstable. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 19m.

How far is it from Elephant and Castle to Whitstable?

The distance between Elephant and Castle and Whitstable is 55 miles. The road distance is 58.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elephant and Castle to Whitstable without a car is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs £16 - £45.

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

The train from London Bridge to Whitstable takes 1h 19m including transfers and departs once daily.

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

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

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

Elephant and Castle to Whitstable train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from London Bridge station.

Train or bus from Elephant and Castle to Whitstable?

The best way to get from Elephant and Castle to Whitstable is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs £16 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £16 and takes 2h 1m.

Where does the Elephant and Castle to Whitstable bus arrive?

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

Where does the Elephant and Castle to Whitstable train arrive?

Elephant and Castle to Whitstable train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Whitstable station.

Can I drive from Elephant and Castle to Whitstable?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Whitstable?

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Elephant and Castle to Whitstable - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Elephant and Castle 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 Bridge to WhitstableLondon Cannon Street - Ramsgate
1h 19m
£16–45
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Long Reach007 / ...
2h 1m
£7–16
Drive 58.3 mi
1. Drive from Elephant and Castle to Whitstable58.3 mi
1h 10m
£15–22
Train via London St Pancras International
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to WhitstableSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 18m
£22–54
Train via Bromley South
1. Take the train from Elephant & Castle to Bromley SouthLondon Blackfriars - Sevenoaks / ...
2. Take the train from Bromley South to WhitstableLondon Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
2h 18m
£16–48
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / London Rd to Woolwich Arsenal Station53 / ...
2. Take the train from Woolwich Arsenal to Rainham (Kent)Luton - Rainham / ...
3h 4m
£18–81

Elephant and Castle to Whitstable by train

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1h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 54.8 mi
Duration: 1h 19m

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

Southeastern operates a train from London Bridge to Whitstable once daily. Tickets cost £16–45 and the journey takes 1h 19m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Long Reach every 3 hours. Tickets cost £7–16 and the journey takes 1h 45m.

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