The cheapest and fastest trains from Birchington-on-sea to Broadstairs
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
10 m
Average duration
10 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
9 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birchington-on-sea to Broadstairs is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birchington-on-sea to Broadstairs will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 5 trains that leave Birchington-on-sea for Broadstairs every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 9 km distance in an average of 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 12 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Birchington-on-sea to Broadstairs
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birchington-on-sea to Broadstairs among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, and a coach costs an average of £5.
Distance: 9 km
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Live departures
Birchington-on-sea to Broadstairs train times
The table below shows live departures for Birchington-on-sea to Broadstairs trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 4 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 06:47 Birchington-on-sea | 0h12 | 06:59 Broadstairs | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:30 Birchington-on-sea | 0h12 | 07:42 Broadstairs | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:47 Birchington-on-sea | 0h12 | 07:59 Broadstairs | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:20 Birchington-on-sea | 0h12 | 08:32 Broadstairs | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:54 Birchington-on-sea | 0h10 | 09:04 Broadstairs | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birchington-on-sea to Broadstairs
Trains from Birchington-on-sea to Broadstairs run on average 5 times per day, taking around 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 9 km distance in 10m.
Distance 9 km |
Average train duration 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 10m |
First train 00:15 |
Last train 23:54 |
Train companies: Southeastern from Birchington-on-sea to Broadstairs trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Birchington-on-sea and Broadstairs from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Birchington-on-sea to Broadstairs train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birchington-on-sea to Broadstairs 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 Broadstairs, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Birchington-on-sea and Broadstairs
- 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.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:30 Saturday 06:15 - 19:30 Sunday 08:10 - 15:40 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 B2. 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 from main entrance for services towards Ramsgate. Step free access to platform 2 via side entrance from ramp off The Broadway. Step free interchange between platforms via road and steep paths in excess of 400 metres. Stepped access within station via the 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
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Platform 2 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 2 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platform 2 only available when staff are present
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: upside
- 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: Towards Ramsgate: High Street bus stop opposite the convenience store. Towards Margate: High Street bus stop outside the convenience store.
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