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

The cheapest way to get from Whitstable to Ashford is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 30 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitstable to Ashford is to drive which takes 30 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Whitstable and Ashford?

No, there is no direct bus from Whitstable to Ashford. However, there are services departing from Harbour Street and arriving at North Street via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Whitstable and Ashford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Whitstable and arriving at Ashford International. Services depart three times a day, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 43m.

How far is it from Whitstable to Ashford?

The distance between Whitstable and Ashford is 24 miles. The road distance is 20.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whitstable to Ashford without a car is to line 401 bus and train which takes 1h 23m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 23m to get from Whitstable to Ashford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whitstable to Ashford bus from?

Whitstable to Ashford bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Harbour Street station.

Where do I catch the Whitstable to Ashford train from?

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

Train or bus from Whitstable to Ashford?

The best way to get from Whitstable to Ashford is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs £30 - £50. Alternatively, you can line 401 bus and bus, which costs and takes 2h 6m.

Where does the Whitstable to Ashford bus arrive?

Whitstable to Ashford bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Whitstable to Ashford train arrive?

Whitstable to Ashford train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Ashford International station.

Can I drive from Whitstable to Ashford?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitstable to Ashford is 21 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Whitstable to Ashford.

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

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Where can I stay near Ashford?

There are 1544+ hotels available in Ashford.

Whitstable to Ashford - 6 ways to travel via train, line 401 bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Whitstable to Ashford by bus, train, 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.

Line 401 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Harbour Street to Bus Stationbus 401 / ...
2. Take the train from Canterbury West to Ashford Internationaltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
1h 23m
Drive 20.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Whitstable to Ashfordcar 20.4 mi
30 min
£5–8
Train
1. Take the train from Whitstable to Ashford Internationaltrain Faversham - St Pancras International / ...
1h 43m
£30–50
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Whitstable to Ashfordtaxi 20.4 mi
30 min
£90–110
Train via Margate
1. Take the train from Whitstable to Margatetrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
2. Take the train from Margate to Ashford Internationaltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
1h 43m
£16–29
Line 401 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Harbour Street to Bus Stationbus 401 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to North Streetbus 1X / ...
2h 6m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Whitstable to Ashford.

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Distance: 23.5 mi
Duration: 1h 23m

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

Southeastern operates a train from Whitstable to Ashford International 3 times a day. Tickets cost £30–50 and the journey takes 1h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Harbour Street to North Street via Bus Station in around 2h 6m.

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