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Herne Bay Museum
Local museum covering seaside life, local archaeology, and town history, with accessible displays in the town centre.
Take a train from Haslemere to Herne Bay and enjoy the approximately 132 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 16:00, the last at 19:20.
Distance 132 km |
Average train duration 2h 32m |
Trains per day 6 |
First train 16:00 |
Last train 19:20 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sat |
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Local museum covering seaside life, local archaeology, and town history, with accessible displays in the town centre.
Nearby historic house museum with collections, period rooms, and exhibitions, suited to visitors exploring the wider Herne Bay area.
Working art gallery and studio space showing contemporary pieces by local artists near the seafront.
Long shingle beach and promenade with sea views, colourful beach huts, and easy walking close to the town centre.
Large public park with gardens, play areas, sports space, and a memorial garden, popular with residents and visitors.
Coastal country park with clifftop paths, wildlife habitats, and broad views over the Thames Estuary.
Fresh oysters from the North Kent coast, long linked to nearby Whitstable and Herne Bay. Briny, seasonal shellfish are a classic local seaside treat.
A traditional Kent shellfish dish of whelks, usually served cold with vinegar and pepper. A simple old-fashioned snack sold around the coast.
Small brown shrimps from the Kent coast, often served in a potted style with butter and spice or simply dressed. A classic local seafood speciality.
Stylish seafront venue with coffee, brunch and modern British dishes. Relaxed interiors and sea views make it a dependable all-day stop.
Popular seafront fish and chip shop known for classic suppers, quick service and casual coastal atmosphere near the beach.
Well-known local pub and restaurant serving British favourites, Sunday roasts and drinks in a relaxed historic setting by the seafront.
Moderate for a UK seaside town. Accommodation and dining cost less than London, but summer stays, seafront cafés and rail travel can raise daily costs.
Service is sometimes included in restaurants; otherwise 10% is polite for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Café tipping is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Haslemere to Herne Bay 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 Herne Bay, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Haslemere to Herne Bay trains use the Haslemere to Herne Bay station pair. Use this guide to compare Haslemere and Herne Bay train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Haslemere has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Haslemere.
Wi-Fi is available at Haslemere. ATMs are available at Haslemere.
Ticket office support is available at Haslemere. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Haslemere: Parking, WC.
Available at Haslemere: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Haslemere: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not currently available at Haslemere. Regular passengers can contact the Haslemere Hoppa accessible transport service on 01428 681701 (0800-1800 Monday to Friday) who may be able to provide accessible transport, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Herne Bay is 1 km from Herne Bay city centre. Public transport options include:
Herne Bay has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Ticket office support is available at Herne Bay. 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Herne Bay: Parking, WC.
Available at Herne Bay: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Herne Bay: 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 2 for services away from London direct from the station entrance. There is no step free access to Platform 1. Only Stepped access via the station subway to platform 1 for services towards 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: platform 2, 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.
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