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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Whitstable is to bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 6h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Whitstable is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Horsebridge via London Victoria and Keynes College. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Whitstable via Clapham Junction and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Southampton to Whitstable?

The distance between Southampton and Whitstable is 137 miles. The road distance is 131 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Whitstable without a car is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Southampton to Whitstable, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Whitstable bus from?

Southampton to Whitstable bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Whitstable train from?

Southampton to Whitstable train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Central station.

Train or bus from Southampton to Whitstable?

The best way to get from Southampton to Whitstable is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 6h 32m.

Where does the Southampton to Whitstable bus arrive?

Southampton to Whitstable bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Southampton to Whitstable train arrive?

Southampton to Whitstable train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Whitstable?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Whitstable is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Southampton to Whitstable.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Southampton to Whitstable?

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Where can I stay near Whitstable?

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Southampton to Whitstable - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Southampton to Whitstable by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Clapham Junctiontrain Southampton Central - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Whitstabletrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
3h 24m
£58–114
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 032 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Keynes Collegebus 007 / ...
6h 32m
£26–43
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Southampton Central Station to London Green Line Coach Stationbus Uk061
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Whitstabletrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
5h 7m
£40–70
Drive 130.3 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Whitstablecar 130.3 mi
2h 21m
£32–47

Southampton to Whitstable by train

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Distance: 136 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Whitstable via Clapham Junction and London Victoria in around 3h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Horsebridge via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Keynes College in around 6h 32m.

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