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Herne Bay to Whitstable Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Herne Bay to Whitstable, starting from £5.10 and averaging £5.10. The entire journey takes no more than 4 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
15:45 4 minutes, Direct Herne Bay	15:49 Whitstable	Find Tickets
16:14 6 minutes, Direct Herne Bay	16:20 Whitstable	Find Tickets
16:40 6 minutes, Direct Herne Bay	16:46 Whitstable	Find Tickets
16:46 4 minutes, Direct Herne Bay	16:50 Whitstable	Find Tickets
17:18 6 minutes, Direct Herne Bay	17:24 Whitstable	Find Tickets
17:39 7 minutes, Direct Herne Bay	17:46 Paris	Find Tickets

Herne Bay to Whitstable Train Route Details

First train

04:48

Last train

23:20

Departure station

Herne Bay

Arrival station

Whitstable

Journey time

4 minutes

Distance

6 km

Price

£5.10*

Train operators

Southeastern

How to book cheap train tickets from Herne Bay to Whitstable

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Herne Bay to Whitstable can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Herne Bay to Whitstable, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Herne Bay to Whitstable ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Herne Bay to Whitstable more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Herne Bay to Whitstable train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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