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

The cheapest way to get from Eltham to Whitstable is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 57 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Eltham to Whitstable is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Eltham and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct bus from Eltham to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Eltham Church / High Street and arriving at Horsebridge via Lewisham Station and Long Reach. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Eltham and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct train from Eltham to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Eltham and arriving at Whitstable via Gravesend. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Eltham to Whitstable?

The distance between Eltham and Whitstable is 48 miles. The road distance is 50.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Eltham to Whitstable without a car is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £19 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Eltham to Whitstable, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eltham to Whitstable bus from?

Eltham to Whitstable bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Lewisham Station.

Where do I catch the Eltham to Whitstable train from?

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

Train or bus from Eltham to Whitstable?

The best way to get from Eltham to Whitstable is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £19 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £40 and takes 2h 57m.

Where does the Eltham to Whitstable bus arrive?

Eltham to Whitstable bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Long Reach station.

Where does the Eltham to Whitstable train arrive?

Eltham to Whitstable train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Gravesend station.

Can I drive from Eltham to Whitstable?

Yes, the driving distance between Eltham to Whitstable is 51 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Eltham to Whitstable.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitstable?

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Eltham to Whitstable - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 161 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Eltham 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 Eltham to GravesendLondon Victoria - Gravesend / ...
2. Take the train from Gravesend to WhitstableSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 16m
£19–35
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lewisham Station to Long Reach022 / ...
2h 57m
£10–39
Drive 50.3 mi
1. Drive from Eltham to Whitstable50.3 mi
57 min
£13–18
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Eltham Church / Well Hall Road to Bromley South Station314
2. Take the train from Bromley South to WhitstableLondon Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
2h 23m
£15–43
Line 161 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Eltham Church / Court Yard to Woolwich Arsenal Station161
2. Take the train from Woolwich Arsenal to Rainham (Kent)
3. Take the train from Rainham (Kent) to Whitstable
2h 36m
£23–43

Eltham to Whitstable by train

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Distance: 47.7 mi
Duration: 2h 16m

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

You can take a train from Eltham to Whitstable via Gravesend in around 2h 16m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Lewisham Station to Long Reach every 2 hours. Tickets cost £8–21 and the journey takes 1h 20m.

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