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Five ways to Travel from Southampton to Whitstable

Composite routes from Southampton to Whitstable

Cheapest
2 h 20 min
Car
218 km.
from $11
Other
2 h 20 min
Rideshare
218 km.
from $8.29
3 h 24 min
176 km.
from $168.85
6 h 13 min
176 km.
from $74.26
5 h
176 km.
from $128.37

Transport providers

Train operators

Thameslink

Phone:
0345 026 4700
Website:
thameslinkrailway.com/
Train from Farringdon to Rainham
Ave. Duration:
1h 38m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.58–$54.43

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Southampton Coach Station Harbour Parade to London
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.58–$37.97
Bus from London Victoria to Whitstable
Ave. Duration:
2h 16m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$24.05–$34.18

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Southampton Central to Reading
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$44.30–$88.60

South Western Railway

Phone:
0345 6000 650
Website:
southwesternrailway.com/
Train from Southampton Central to Clapham
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$49.37–$113.92

Elizabeth Line

Phone:
0343 222 1234
Website:
tfl.gov.uk/modes/elizabeth-line/
Train from Reading to Farringdon
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$13.92–$36.71

Southeastern

Phone:
+44 345 322 7021
Website:
southeasternrailway.co.uk/
Train from London Victoria to Whitstable
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$46.83–$69.62

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Southampton to Whitstable?

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Whitstable is to bus which costs $43.48 - $65.22 and takes 6h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southampton to Whitstable?

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Whitstable is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs $43.48 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Southampton Coach Station Harbour Parade and arriving at Horsebridge via London Victoria and Long Reach. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Whitstable via Clapham Junction and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Southampton to Whitstable?

The distance between Southampton and Whitstable is 219 km. The road distance is 218.7 km.

How do I travel from Southampton to Whitstable without a car?

The best way to get from Southampton to Whitstable without a car is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs $86.96 - $163.04 .

How long does it take to get from Southampton to Whitstable?

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Southampton to Whitstable, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Whitstable bus from?

Southampton to Whitstable bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Southampton Coach Station Harbour Parade.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Whitstable train from?

Southampton to Whitstable train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Central station.

Train or bus from Southampton to Whitstable?

The best way to get from Southampton to Whitstable is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs $86.96 - $163.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $43.48 - $65.22 and takes 6h 13m.

Where does the Southampton to Whitstable bus arrive?

Southampton to Whitstable bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Southampton to Whitstable train arrive?

Southampton to Whitstable train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Whitstable?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Whitstable is 219 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Southampton to Whitstable.

How do I get a train ticket from Southampton to Whitstable?

Book your Southampton to Whitstable train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Whitstable?

There are 1074+ hotels available in Whitstable. Prices start at $57.04 per night.
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