What is the cheapest way to get from Whitstable to Southend-on-Sea?

The cheapest way to get from Whitstable to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which costs £16 - £25 and takes 1h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Whitstable to Southend-on-Sea?

The fastest way to get from Whitstable to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct train between Whitstable and Southend-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct train from Whitstable to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Whitstable and arriving at Southend Central via Victoria station and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Whitstable to Southend-on-Sea?

The distance between Whitstable and Southend-on-Sea is 98 miles. The road distance is 68.7 miles.

How do I travel from Whitstable to Southend-on-Sea without a car?

The best way to get from Whitstable to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs £26 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Whitstable to Southend-on-Sea?

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Whitstable to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whitstable to Southend-on-Sea train from?

Whitstable to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Whitstable station.

Train or bus from Whitstable to Southend-on-Sea?

The best way to get from Whitstable to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs £26 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus and line 100 bus and line 28 bus, which costs and takes 4h 42m.

Where does the Whitstable to Southend-on-Sea train arrive?

Whitstable to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Whitstable to Southend-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitstable to Southend-on-Sea is 69 miles. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Whitstable to Southend-on-Sea.

How do I get a train ticket from Whitstable to Southend-on-Sea?

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Where can I stay near Southend-on-Sea?

There are 859+ hotels available in Southend-on-Sea.

Whitstable to Southend-on-Sea - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Whitstable to Southend-on-Sea by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Whitstable to London VictoriaRamsgate - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend CentralLondon Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
2h 45m
£26–68
Drive 68.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Whitstable to Southend-on-Sea68.3 mi
1h 23m
£17–25
Bus, line 100 bus, line 28 bus
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bus Stationx80
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station100
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Whitegate Road25 / ...
4h 42m
Train via Sittingbourne
1. Take the train from Sittingbourne to Stratford InternationalFaversham - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from West Ham to Southend CentralLondon Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
2h 54m
£30–75

Whitstable to Southend-on-Sea by train and subway

118Weekly Services

2h 45mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Whitstable to Southend-on-Sea.

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Distance: 97.3 mi
Duration: 2h 45m

What companies run services between Whitstable, England and Southend-on-Sea, England?

You can take a train from Whitstable to Southend Central via London Victoria, Victoria station, West Ham station, and West Ham in around 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Whitstable to Whitegate Road via Rainham (Kent), Greenhithe for Bluewater, Railway Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 4h 42m.

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