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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bromley to Whitstable
Showing times and prices for 02 Dec
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
1 h 1 m
Average duration
1 h 9 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
70 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bromley to Whitstable is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bromley to Whitstable will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Bromley for Whitstable 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 70 km distance in an average of 1 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 26 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.
05:571h06
Bromley07:03Whitstable
£171One-way
0 changes
07:001h03
Bromley08:03Whitstable
£171One-way
0 changes
09:571h01
Bromley10:58Whitstable
£181One-way
0 changes
05:051h26
Bromley06:31Whitstable
£191One-way
0 changes
16:271h08
Bromley17:35Whitstable
£371One-way
0 changes
09:571h01
Bromley10:58Whitstable
£181One-way
0 changes
07:001h03
Bromley08:03Whitstable
£171One-way
0 changes
05:571h06
Bromley07:03Whitstable
£171One-way
0 changes
16:271h08
Bromley17:35Whitstable
£371One-way
0 changes
05:051h26
Bromley06:31Whitstable
£191One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bromley to Whitstable
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bromley to Whitstable among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 70 km
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1h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bromley to Whitstable train times
The table below shows live departures for Bromley to Whitstable trains for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 14:47
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:57 Bromley | 1h01 | 19:58 Whitstable | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 2 December | |||||
| 05:05 Bromley | 1h26 | 06:31 Whitstable | 0 changesdirect | |
| 05:57 Bromley | 1h06 | 07:03 Whitstable | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:00 Bromley | 1h03 | 08:03 Whitstable | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:57 Bromley | 1h01 | 10:58 Whitstable | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bromley to Whitstable
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Trains from Bromley to Whitstable run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:28, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 70 km distance in 1h 1m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £8
Distance 70 km |
Average train duration 1h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 00:28 |
Last train 23:57 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £8
Train companies: Southeastern from Bromley to Whitstable trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Bromley and Whitstable from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Southeastern
About
Southeastern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to Kent, Sussex, Surrey and parts of East Anglia. It runs services from early morning until late at night, seven days a week. Southeastern has a range of train types, including high-speed Javelin trains, commuter-friendly Metro services, and the classic InterCity services. Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southeastern are London to Kent, London to Eastbourne, and London to Hastings.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 1m
Cheapest Price
£11
Southeastern frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Family area
FAQs: Bromley to Whitstable train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bromley to Whitstable 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 Whitstable, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Whitstable's charming harbour, sample fresh oysters, visit local art galleries, and enjoy coastal walks.
The train journey from Bromley to Whitstable offers a pleasant view of the Kent countryside, with glimpses of rolling hills, quaint villages, and coastal scenery as you approach Whitstable.
Yes, a day trip from Bromley to Whitstable is feasible with a journey duration of 1h 1m and a distance of 70 km. There are 7 trains available per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Bromley to Whitstable can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £11, while the average price tends to be around £14.
The cheapest way to get from Bromley to Whitstable is by coach, costing approximately £8.
Booking trains from Bromley to Whitstable in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Bromley to Whitstable is 70 km.
The train journey from Bromley to Whitstable covers a distance of 70 km and takes approximately 1h 1m. Trains run 7 per day.
The last train from Bromley to Whitstable departs at 23:57.
The train station in Bromley that goes to Whitstable is Bromley South (BMS), and it arrives at Whitstable station (WHI).
Yes, there is a direct train between Bromley and Whitstable. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Southeastern, Southeastern.
The first train from Bromley to Whitstable leaves at 0:28.
There is no night train service from Bromley to Whitstable.
Trains from Bromley to Whitstable run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bromley to Whitstable.
Yes, you can take the train from Bromley to Whitstable.
To get from Bromley to Whitstable, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bromley and Whitstable
Bromley
Whitstable
The major train station for departures in Bromley is Bromley South. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bromley South for your trip from Bromley to Whitstable.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 21:30 Saturday 06:20 - 21:30 Sunday 06:40 - 21:30 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: There is a WH Smith and a shoe repair shop located on the station.
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access to all platforms via lifts accessible from the booking hall. There are also steps down to the platform from the booking hall. There is also a separate overbridge further down the platforms to assist with interchanging at the station but this has step access only.
- 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: booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platforms 3/4 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets- Available during staffing hours
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: at the right hand side of station building
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Bromley South
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop Z outside Tesco
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 12:50 Saturday 07:20 - 14:00 Sunday Closed Ticket office managed by Southeastern
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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.Only step access to platform 2 for services away from London. 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
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting area in booking hall only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Eden Park
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Lewisham - Bus stop A on Upper Elmers End Road. Towards Hayes - Bus stop B on Upper Elmers End Road.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:30 Saturday 06:10 - 19:30 Sunday Closed Ticket office managed by Southeastern
Distance to city center
4 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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 for services to London from station forecourt. Step free access to platform 2 for services away from London via Tesco car park. Step free Interchange between platforms via road (steep) is in excess of 600 metres. Step access between platforms via footbridge.
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting area in booking hall only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Station forecourt
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Elmers End
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Lewisham -Bus stop B on Elmers End Road. Towards Hayes - Bus stop C on Elmers End Road.
- Metro: Tram link
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:30 Saturday 08:15 - 14:50 Sunday 08:15 - 15:40 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Distance to city center
2 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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 4 for services away from London from Station Approach. There is no step free access to Platform 1,2 or 3.Step access only via footbridge to platforms 1,2 and 3 for services to London. No step free interchange between platforms.
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 4 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platforms 2/3 and platform 4 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 4
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Elmstead Woods
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Lewisham: Bus stop B on Elmstead Lane. Towards Orpington: Bus Stop A on Elmstead Lane
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:30 Saturday 07:20 - 14:00 Sunday Closed Public Holidays Closed This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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 - Short ramp access from car park to station entrance. Step free access to these terminal platform from station entrance via short steep ramp.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: By the exit to the platforms- Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Booking Hall - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on platform island
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Hayes (Kent)
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop B, near "The Baby Rack" shop
The major train station for arrivals in Whitstable is Chestfield & Swalecliffe. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Chestfield & Swalecliffe for your journey to Whitstable from Bromley.
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday Closed Saturday Closed Sunday Closed Ticket office managed by Southeastern
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C. This station does not have step free access. Steps to both platforms.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: by entrance to platform 1
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Chestfield & Swalecliffe
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Faversham: Bus stop on St John's Road opposite St John's centre. Towards Margate: Bus stop on St John's Road outside community centre.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 12:00 Saturday 06:00 - 12:00 Sunday 09:10 - 16:00 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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 for services towards London via the station forecourt off Old Bridge Road. Step free access to Platform 2 for services towards Margate via the entrance off Railway Avenue. No step free interchange between platforms. Stepped access between platforms via Station 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: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:00 Saturday 06:10 - 19:00 Sunday 09:10 - 16:00
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting area in booking hall only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Whitstable
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from outside the station (South side) off Old Bridge Road (see Buses and Taxis map).
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