Birchington-on-Sea to London Waterloo East by train
| First train | 06:30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 14:40 | |
| Departure station | Birchington-on-Sea | |
| Arrival station | London Waterloo East | |
| Journey time | From 2h 30m | |
| Distance | 61 miles (99 km) | |
| Frequency | 2 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
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How to travel from Birchington-on-Sea to London Waterloo East by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Birchington-on-Sea to London Waterloo East? Look no further.
You'll usually find 2 trains per day running between Birchington-on-Sea and London Waterloo East, which usually take 2 hours 48 minutes to complete the 61 miles (99 km) journey. It can take as little as 2 hours 30 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. As soon as you board the train, you'll be able to make yourself comfortable and enjoy the journey as there are direct services available. Southeastern trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to London Waterloo East.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Birchington-on-Sea to London Waterloo East if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to London Waterloo East? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
FAQs about the train journey from Birchington-on-Sea to London Waterloo East
Want to know more about your journey from Birchington-on-Sea to London Waterloo East? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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