Whitstable to London bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Whitstable to London

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 02 Oct

Cheapest price on 02 Oct

£8

Average ticket price on 02 Oct

£25

Fastest journey on 02 Oct

1 h 40 m

Average journey duration on 02 Oct

1 h 58 m

Buses on 02 Oct

30

Distance

81 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Whitstable to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Whitstable to London will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.

Fast coaches

On Fri 02 Oct, we found 30 buses from Whitstable to London, including 10 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 81 km distance in an average of 1 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .

The slowest buses will take 2 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • National ExpressNX007
    5:482h32
    Whitstable, Clapham Hill
    8:20London, Victoria Coach Station
    £81One-way
    0 changes
  • National ExpressNX007
    18:102h10
    Whitstable, Clapham Hill
    20:20London, Victoria Coach Station
    £91One-way
    0 changes
  • National ExpressNX007
    9:102h10
    Whitstable, Clapham Hill
    11:20London, Victoria Coach Station
    £91One-way
    0 changes
  • National ExpressNX022
    16:352h15
    Whitstable, Clapham Hill
    18:50London, Victoria Coach Station
    £91One-way
    0 changes
  • National ExpressNX022
    13:102h10
    Whitstable, Clapham Hill
    15:20London, Victoria Coach Station
    £91One-way
    0 changes

Live departures

Whitstable to London bus times

The table below shows live departures for Whitstable to London coaches for today, Thursday 1 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National ExpressNX00715:05 Whitstable, Clapham Hill
2h15
17:20 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX007 · NX032 · NX03515:05 Whitstable, Clapham Hill
5h20
20:25 London, Earl's Court2 changes
National ExpressNX007 · NX025 · NX03515:05 Whitstable, Clapham Hill
5h20
20:25 London, Earl's Court2 changes
National ExpressNX02217:05 Whitstable, Clapham Hill
2h15
19:20 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX022 · NX025 · NX03017:05 Whitstable, Clapham Hill
5h25
22:30 London, Earl's Court2 changes
National ExpressNX00719:10 Whitstable, Clapham Hill
2h10
21:20 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX007 · NX025 · NX03519:10 Whitstable, Clapham Hill
4h20
23:30 London, Earl's Court2 changes
Friday 2 October
National ExpressNX0074:38 Whitstable, Clapham Hill
1h42
6:20 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX007 · NX025 · NX4444:38 Whitstable, Clapham Hill
4h17
8:55 London, Earl's Court2 changes
National ExpressNX007 · NX444 · NX4444:38 Whitstable, Clapham Hill
4h17
8:55 London, Earl's Court2 changes
National ExpressNX0075:48 Whitstable, Clapham Hill
2h32
8:20 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX007 · NX444 · NX0305:48 Whitstable, Clapham Hill
5h02
10:50 London, Earl's Court2 changes
National ExpressNX022 · NX502 · NX0357:20 Whitstable, Clapham Hill
5h05
12:25 London, Earl's Court2 changes
National ExpressNX022 · NX502 · NX4447:20 Whitstable, Clapham Hill
5h05
12:25 London, Earl's Court2 changes
National ExpressNX022 · NX444 · NX4447:20 Whitstable, Clapham Hill
5h05
12:25 London, Earl's Court2 changes
National ExpressNX0227:20 Whitstable, Clapham Hill
2h30
9:50 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX007 · NX025 · NX0359:10 Whitstable, Clapham Hill
5h15
14:25 London, Earl's Court2 changes
National ExpressNX007 · NX401 · NX0359:10 Whitstable, Clapham Hill
5h15
14:25 London, Earl's Court2 changes
National ExpressNX0079:10 Whitstable, Clapham Hill
2h10
11:20 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX007 · NX0409:10 Whitstable, Clapham Hill
4h20
13:30 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road1 change
National ExpressNX022 · NX401 · NX03011:10 Whitstable, Clapham Hill
5h15
16:25 London, Earl's Court2 changes
National ExpressNX02211:10 Whitstable, Clapham Hill
2h10
13:20 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX022 · NX025 · NX03011:10 Whitstable, Clapham Hill
5h15
16:25 London, Earl's Court2 changes
National ExpressNX022 · NX030 · NX44413:10 Whitstable, Clapham Hill
5h20
18:30 London, Earl's Court2 changes
National ExpressNX02213:10 Whitstable, Clapham Hill
2h10
15:20 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX022 · NX502 · NX44413:10 Whitstable, Clapham Hill
5h20
18:30 London, Earl's Court2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Whitstable to London

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Buses from Whitstable to London run on average 23 times per day, taking around 3h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.

There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 81 km distance in 1h 40m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
81 km
Average bus duration
3h 6m
Cheapest ticket price
£7
Buses per day
23
Direct buses
8
Fastest bus
1h 40m
First bus
0:10
Last bus
23:50
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Whitstable to LondonYou can travel by bus between Whitstable to London with National Express for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
1h 40m
Cheapest National Express Price
£7
National Express frequency
28 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

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Budget
£8-15 for fast food or street food.
Mid-range
£20-40 per person for a meal.
Fine dining
£80+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
£3-5 for a cappuccino.

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FAQs: Whitstable to London coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Whitstable to London by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Whitstable to London can start from as little as £7 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Whitstable to London is £27; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Whitstable to London is 1h 40m to travel the 81 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Whitstable to London leaves at 0:10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Whitstable to London leaves at 23:50.
Yes, there are 8 direct coaches a day from Whitstable to London with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Whitstable to London, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Whitstable and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Whitstable , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Whitstable, Clapham Hill, Canterbury, University Of Kent, Canterbury, Bus Station . When arriving in London , you can end your route in coach stations like London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Earl's Court, London, Baker Street Station, London, Hammersmith Bridge Road, London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road, London, York Road (London Eye), London, Lewisham, London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G), London, Elephant and Castle, London, Shoreditch High St / Bethnal Green Road (Stop L), London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, London, New Cross Gate, London, Eltham, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4, London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Whitstable, Clapham Hill, which is located around 2 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 2 away from the city centre.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Whitstable and London including taking a train and coach.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Whitstable to London for coach company National Express.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Whitstable to London:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Whitstable to London depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Whitstable to London.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Whitstable to London:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Whitstable to London:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Whitstable to London.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Whitstable to London with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Whitstable to London with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Whitstable to London with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Whitstable and London

Most Whitstable to London buses use the Whitstable, Clapham Hill to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at London, Earl's Court. Use this guide to compare Whitstable and London bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Whitstable
Arrival bus stations in London

Which Whitstable station do buses to London leave from?

Buses from Whitstable to London leave from Whitstable, Clapham Hill. The station is 2 km from Whitstable city centre at Whitstable, Whitstable CT5 1QS, UK.
Whitstable, Clapham HillWhitstable, Whitstable CT5 1QS, UKWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Whitstable, Clapham Hill from Whitstable city centre

Whitstable, Clapham Hill is 2 km from Whitstable city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus401, 400, 905, 906, 904, 903 · 9m · £3 · every ~14 min
905, 906, 904, 903, 400, 401 · 10m · £3 · every ~14 min
638 · 15m

Whitstable, Clapham Hill bus station facilities and services

Whitstable, Clapham Hill has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Whitstable, Clapham Hill. ATMs are available at Whitstable, Clapham Hill.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Whitstable, Clapham Hill.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Whitstable, Clapham Hill: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Whitstable, Clapham Hill: Basic accessibility features available.

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