What is the cheapest way to get from Whitstable to Thornton Heath?

The cheapest way to get from Whitstable to Thornton Heath is to bus which costs £9 - £16 and takes 3h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Whitstable to Thornton Heath?

The fastest way to get from Whitstable to Thornton Heath is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Whitstable and Thornton Heath?

No, there is no direct bus from Whitstable to Thornton Heath. However, there are services departing from Harbour Street and arriving at Clifton Road via Long Reach and Elephant & Castle / London Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Whitstable to Thornton Heath?

The distance between Whitstable and Thornton Heath is 61 miles. The road distance is 59.4 miles.

How do I travel from Whitstable to Thornton Heath without a car?

The best way to get from Whitstable to Thornton Heath without a car is to train and line 358 bus which takes 2h 24m and costs £14 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Whitstable to Thornton Heath?

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Whitstable to Thornton Heath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whitstable to Thornton Heath bus from?

Whitstable to Thornton Heath bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Long Reach station.

Where does the Whitstable to Thornton Heath bus arrive?

Whitstable to Thornton Heath bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road station.

Can I drive from Whitstable to Thornton Heath?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitstable to Thornton Heath is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Whitstable to Thornton Heath.

Where can I stay near Thornton Heath?

There are 19110+ hotels available in Thornton Heath.

Whitstable to Thornton Heath - 3 ways to travel via train, line 358 bus

There are 3 ways to get from Whitstable to Thornton Heath by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 358 bus
best
1. Take the train from Whitstable to Bromley SouthRamsgate - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from Bromley South Station to Crystal Palace Parade358
2h 24m
£15–39
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Long Reach to Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road007 / ...
2. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / London Rd to Clifton Road468
3h 40m
£10–16
Drive 59.1 mi
1. Drive from Whitstable to Thornton Heath59.1 mi
1h 11m
£15–22

Whitstable to Thornton Heath by train and bus

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2h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 60.7 mi
Duration: 2h 24m

What companies run services between Whitstable, England and Thornton Heath, England?

You can take a bus from Harbour Street to Clifton Road via Long Reach, Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road, and Elephant & Castle / London Rd in around 3h 40m.

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