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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Faversham to Birchington-on-sea
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£8
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£8
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
25 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
25 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
30 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Faversham 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 Faversham to Birchington-on-sea will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Faversham to Birchington-on-sea, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 30 km distance in an average of 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 25 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.
18:270h25Faversham18:52Birchington-on-sea£81One-way0 changes
- 18:270h25Faversham18:52Birchington-on-sea£81One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Faversham to Birchington-on-sea
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Faversham to Birchington-on-sea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 53m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £14, while a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 30 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
53m Average total duration Fastest 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Birchington-on-sea take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 14m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (23m by train vs 29m by car). Tickets start at around £14 compared to roughly £6 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Southeastern, Southeastern.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Faversham to Birchington-on-sea train times
The table below shows live departures for Faversham to Birchington-on-sea trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 7:05 Faversham | 0h24 | 7:29 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:22 Faversham | 0h25 | 7:47 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:55 Faversham | 0h24 | 8:19 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:31 Faversham | 0h23 | 8:54 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:55 Faversham | 0h24 | 9:19 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:31 Faversham | 0h23 | 9:54 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:51 Faversham | 0h25 | 10:16 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:31 Faversham | 0h23 | 10:54 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:50 Faversham | 0h24 | 11:14 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Faversham to Birchington-on-sea
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Faversham to Birchington-on-sea run on average 5 times per day, taking around 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:44, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 30 km distance in 23m.
Distance 30 km |
Average train duration 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 23m |
First train 4:44 |
Last train 23:50 |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Train companies: Southeastern from Faversham to Birchington-on-sea trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Faversham and Birchington-on-sea from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Faversham to Birchington-on-sea train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Faversham 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 Faversham and Birchington-on-sea
Most Faversham to Birchington-on-sea trains use the Faversham to Birchington-on-Sea station pair. Use this guide to compare Faversham and Birchington-on-sea train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Faversham station do trains to Birchington-on-sea leave from?
Getting to Faversham from Faversham city centre
Faversham train station facilities and services
Faversham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Faversham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Faversham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Faversham. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Faversham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Faversham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Faversham: 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 from subway to all platforms now available via lifts. Access from car park involves using a second lift and a steep slope. Access from ticket office side involves a steep ramp 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/ car park entrance, 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.
Which Birchington-on-sea station do trains from Faversham arrive at?
Getting to Birchington-on-Sea from Birchington-on-sea city centre
Birchington-on-Sea train station facilities and services
Birchington-on-Sea has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birchington-on-Sea.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birchington-on-Sea. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birchington-on-Sea: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birchington-on-Sea: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birchington-on-Sea: 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.
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