What is the cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Whitstable?

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Whitstable is to drive which costs £14 - £22 and takes 1h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Whitstable?

The fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Whitstable is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Waterloo Station and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct bus from Waterloo Station station to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Waterloo Station / Waterloo Road and arriving at Horsebridge via Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Waterloo Station and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct train from Waterloo Station to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from London Blackfriars and arriving at Whitstable via Rainham (Kent). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Waterloo Station to Whitstable?

The distance between Waterloo Station and Whitstable is 58 miles. The road distance is 59.8 miles.

How do I travel from Waterloo Station to Whitstable without a car?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Whitstable without a car is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £19 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Waterloo Station to Whitstable?

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Waterloo Station to Whitstable, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Whitstable bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Whitstable train from?

Waterloo Station to Whitstable train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from London Blackfriars station.

Train or bus from Waterloo Station to Whitstable?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Whitstable is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £19 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus and line 401 bus, which costs and takes 3h 37m.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Whitstable bus arrive?

Waterloo Station to Whitstable bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Whitstable train arrive?

Waterloo Station to Whitstable train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Rainham (Kent) station.

Can I drive from Waterloo Station to Whitstable?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo Station to Whitstable is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Waterloo Station to Whitstable.

How do I get a train ticket from Waterloo Station to Whitstable?

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Where can I stay near Whitstable?

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Waterloo Station to Whitstable - 3 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Waterloo Station to Whitstable by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Blackfriars to Rainham (Kent)train Luton - Rainham / ...
2h 39m
£19–41
Drive 59.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Waterloo Station to Whitstablecar 59.4 mi
1h 15m
£15–22
Bus, line 401 bus
1. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Horsebridgebus 401 / ...
3h 37m

Waterloo Station to Whitstable by foot and train

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Distance: 57.3 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

What companies run services between Waterloo Station, Greater London, England and Whitstable, England?

Thameslink operates a train from London Blackfriars to Rainham (Kent) hourly. Tickets cost £9–25 and the journey takes 1h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Waterloo Station / Waterloo Road to Horsebridge via Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road and Bus Station in around 3h 37m.

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