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Compare coach and train for Greenwich to Whitstable
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Greenwich 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 coach which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 72 km
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2h 15m Average total duration 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Greenwich to Whitstable
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Greenwich to Whitstable run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 21:57. The fastest train covers the 72 km distance in 2h 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 72 km |
Average train duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 1m |
First train 04:59 |
Last train 21:57 |
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: Thameslink from Greenwich to Whitstable trainsThameslink trains will get you between Greenwich and Whitstable from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Thameslink
About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 1m
Cheapest Price
£9
Thameslink frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area
FAQs: Greenwich to Whitstable train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Greenwich 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Greenwich to Whitstable can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £9, while the average price tends to be around £9.
The train journey from Greenwich to Whitstable covers a distance of 72 km and takes approximately 2h 1m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from Greenwich to Whitstable is 72 km.
The first train from Greenwich to Whitstable leaves at 4:59.
The last train from Greenwich to Whitstable departs at 21:57.
Trains from Greenwich to Whitstable run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Greenwich to Whitstable.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Greenwich to Whitstable.
To get from Greenwich to Whitstable, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Greenwich to Whitstable.
The train station in Greenwich that goes to Whitstable is Greenwich station (GNW), and it arrives at Whitstable station (WHI).
The cheapest way to get from Greenwich to Whitstable is by coach, costing approximately £8.
Booking trains from Greenwich to Whitstable in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Greenwich to Whitstable offers scenic views of the Kent countryside, including rolling hills and picturesque villages, providing a pleasant travel experience.
A day trip from Greenwich to Whitstable may not be feasible as the journey takes 2h 1m. However, there are 3 train services per day available for this route, covering a distance of 72 km.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Whitstable's charming harbour, sample fresh oysters, visit local art galleries, and enjoy coastal walks.
Yes, you can take the train from Greenwich to Whitstable.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Greenwich and Whitstable
Greenwich
Whitstable
The major train station for departures in Greenwich is Greenwich. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Greenwich for your trip from Greenwich to Whitstable.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:05 Saturday 06:10 - 20:05 Sunday 07:10 - 18:40 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 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 via ramp. Step free access to platform 2 via station entrance. Step free interchange via DLR lift to/from DLR subway. For stepped access between platforms go via station subway.
- 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: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 19:40 Saturday 05:30 - 19:40 Sunday 07:30 - 20:00
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Booking Hall - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Booking Hall- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Unheated seating area in booking hall only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On Platform 2 - Turn right after exiting booking hall.
- 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 Greenwich
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Charlton: Bus stop N on Greenwich High Road Towards New Cross or London Bridge: Bus stop P on Greenwich High Road
The major train station for arrivals in Whitstable is Whitstable. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Whitstable for your journey to Whitstable from Greenwich.
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).
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.
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