Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Herne Bay station (HNB)
Take a train from London Gatwick Airport to Herne Bay station (HNB) and enjoy the approximately 93 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:57, the last at 23:02.
Distance 93 km |
First train 5:57 |
Last train 23:02 |
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Frequently asked questions about your London Gatwick Airport to Herne Bay station (HNB) trip
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Train companies: Thameslink, Southern from London Gatwick Airport to Herne Bay station (HNB) trainsThameslink, Southern trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Herne Bay station (HNB). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between London Gatwick Airport and Herne Bay station (HNB)
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FAQs: London Gatwick Airport to Herne Bay station (HNB) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Herne Bay station (HNB) 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 station (HNB), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in London Gatwick Airport and Herne Bay station (HNB)
Most London Gatwick Airport to Herne Bay station (HNB) trains use the London Victoria to Herne Bay station pair. Use this guide to compare London Gatwick Airport and Herne Bay station (HNB) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Herne Bay from Herne Bay city centre
Herne Bay is 1 km from Herne Bay city centre. Public transport options include:
Herne Bay train station facilities and services
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.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Herne Bay: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Herne Bay: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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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