The cheapest and fastest trains from Greenhithe to Whitstable
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
2 h 55 m
Average duration
2 h 55 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
52 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Greenhithe to Whitstable is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Greenhithe to Whitstable will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Of the 1 trains that leave Greenhithe for Whitstable 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 52 km distance in an average of 2 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 55 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 Greenhithe to Whitstable
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Greenhithe to Whitstable among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, and a coach costs an average of £18.
Distance: 52 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£12 Average Price Cheapest | £18 Average Price |
1h 39m Average total duration 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 22m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Greenhithe to Whitstable train times
The table below shows live departures for Greenhithe to Whitstable trains for tomorrow, Saturday 13 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:03 Greenhithe | 2h55 | 06:58 Whitstable | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Greenhithe to Whitstable
Trains from Greenhithe to Whitstable run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 22:52. The fastest train covers the 52 km distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 52 km |
Average train duration 1h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 04:45 |
Last train 22:52 |
Train companies: Southeastern from Greenhithe to Whitstable trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Greenhithe and Whitstable from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Greenhithe to Whitstable train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Greenhithe 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Greenhithe and Whitstable
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:40 Saturday 07:40 - 19:40 Sunday 09:10 - 16:40 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
- Type of shops available: Flower stall
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Direct step free access to platform 2 for services away from London via the booking hall or sidegate. Step free access to Platform 1 for services towards London via the lift and steps all platforms and interchange via lifts.
- 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 - 19:30 Saturday 07:40 - 19:40 Sunday 09:10 - 16:40
- 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: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: platform 2- Available during staffing hours
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting area in booking hall 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 Textphone 0800 783 4548
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the replacement bus stop on the station forecourt.
- 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.
- 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 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
- 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
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting area in booking hall 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: Rail replacement buses depart from outside the station (South side) off Old Bridge Road (see Buses and Taxis map).
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