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

The cheapest way to get from Kent to Whitstable is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 26 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kent to Whitstable is to drive which takes 26 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct train between Kent and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct train from Kent to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Lenham and arriving at Whitstable via Ashford International and Broadstairs. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Kent to Whitstable?

The distance between Kent and Whitstable is 34 miles. The road distance is 20.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kent to Whitstable without a car is to train and line 401 bus which takes 1h 47m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 47m to get from Kent to Whitstable, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kent to Whitstable train from?

Kent to Whitstable train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.

Train or bus from Kent to Whitstable?

The best way to get from Kent to Whitstable is to bus and line 401 bus which takes 2h 57m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 14m.

Where does the Kent to Whitstable train arrive?

Kent to Whitstable train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Broadstairs station.

Can I drive from Kent to Whitstable?

Yes, the driving distance between Kent to Whitstable is 20 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Kent to Whitstable.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitstable?

There are 1150+ hotels available in Whitstable.

Kent to Whitstable - 6 ways to travel via train, line 401 bus, and line 101 bus

There are 6 ways to get from Kent to Whitstable by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Lenham to Ashford International
2. Take the train from Ashford International to Canterbury West
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Horsebridge401 / ...
1h 47m
Drive 20 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kent to Whitstable20 mi
26 min
£5–7
Train, line 101 bus
1. Take the train from Lenham to Maidstone East
2. Take the bus from Maidstone East station to Chatham station101
3. Take the train from Chatham to Whitstable
1h 49m
£23–33
Bus, line 401 bus
1. Take the bus from Ashford International station to Bus Station1X / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Horsebridge401 / ...
2h 57m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kent to Whitstable20 mi
26 min
£90–110
Train
1. Take the train from Ashford International to BroadstairsSt Pancras International - Margate / ...
2. Take the train from Broadstairs to WhitstableRamsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2h 14m
£30–42

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kent to Whitstable.

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Distance: 33.6 mi
Duration: 1h 47m

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

You can take a train from Lenham to Horsebridge via Ashford International, Ashford International station, and Bus Station in around 2h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lenham to Whitstable via Ashford International and Broadstairs in around 2h 14m.

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