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Outbound fromLondon to Whitstable by train
It takes an average of 1h 58m to travel from London to Whitstable by train, over a distance of around 51 miles (82 km). There are normally 54 trains per day travelling from London to Whitstable and tickets for this journey start from £11.30 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 01:10 | |
| Departure station | London | |
| Arrival station | Whitstable | |
| Journey time | From 1h 16m | |
| Distance | 51 miles (82 km) | |
| Frequency | 54 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £11.30 | |
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How to travel from London to Whitstable by train
Planning a sunny day out or weekend away in Whitstable and want to travel by train? Look no further.
The train from London to Whitstable usually takes 1 hour and 21 minutes, but can take just 1 hour and 14 minutes on the fastest services. You'll be travelling direct on this route with Southeastern and their trains offer comfortable seating, space for luggage and, on most services, free WiFi.
Digital train tickets now available on this route
Did you know you can now buy digital train tickets from London to Whitstable? That’s right, no more queuing at the ticket machine or fumbling around for that paper ticket. It can now live in your Trainline app.
If you’re heading for a relaxing day or weekend at Whitstable beach, use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to book trains to Whitstable and search for cheap ticket prices – we’ll show you how much you can save on your train tickets if you use a Railcard or travel during Off-Peak times.
So what are you waiting for? Search for cheap train tickets from London to Whitstable with us today, or keep reading for FAQs and money-saving tips.
FAQs about the train journey from London to Whitstable
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Cheap train tickets from London to Whitstable
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for London to Whitstable is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.