The cheapest and fastest trains from Aylesham to Birchington-on-sea
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
18 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aylesham to Birchington-on-sea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aylesham to Birchington-on-sea will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Of the 1 trains that leave Aylesham for Birchington-on-sea every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 18 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 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.


Live departures
Aylesham to Birchington-on-sea train times
The table below shows live departures for Aylesham to Birchington-on-sea trains for tomorrow, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:07 Aylesham | 1h10 | 08:17 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aylesham to Birchington-on-sea
Trains from Aylesham to Birchington-on-sea run on average 2 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 22:37. The fastest train covers the 18 km distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 18 km |
Average train duration 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 1h 40m |
First train 04:25 |
Last train 22:37 |
Train companies: Southeastern from Aylesham to Birchington-on-sea trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Aylesham and Birchington-on-sea from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Aylesham to Birchington-on-sea train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aylesham to Birchington-on-sea by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Birchington-on-sea, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Aylesham and Birchington-on-sea
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 13:10 Saturday 06:30 - 13:10 Sunday Closed This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B3. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to platform 1 for services to London. There is no step free access to Platform 2. Step access only via footbridge to platform 2 for services towards Dover. No step free interchange between platforms.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Platform 1
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting area in booking hall only available when staff are present
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: The bus stop on the station forecourt.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 12:25 Saturday 06:45 - 13:25 Sunday Closed This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B1. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to platform 1 for services towards London via main entrance or side entrance ramp. Step free access to platform 2 for services towards Margate via side entrance path from Lyell Road. Step free interchange via road and steep paths in excess of 250 metres. Stepped interchange within station via footbridge.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Station forecourt
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Booking Hall - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting Room on the platform only available when staff are present
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At local bus stop on Sandle's Road near the station entrance.
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