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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Herne Bay station (HNB)
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£56
Average price
£56
Fastest journey
2 h 3 m
Average duration
2 h 3 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
93 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Herne Bay station (HNB) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Herne Bay station (HNB) will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £56.
Fast trains
To travel from London Gatwick Airport to Herne Bay station (HNB) you need to make at least one change.
05:572h13
Gatwick Airport08:10Herne Bay station (HNB)
£561One-way
1 change
07:022h08
Gatwick Airport09:10Herne Bay station (HNB)
£561One-way
1 change
08:022h05
Gatwick Airport10:07Herne Bay station (HNB)
£561One-way
1 change
09:022h03
Gatwick Airport11:05Herne Bay station (HNB)
£561One-way
1 change
09:562h09
Gatwick Airport12:05Herne Bay station (HNB)
£561One-way
1 change
09:022h03
Gatwick Airport11:05Herne Bay station (HNB)
£561One-way
1 change
11:022h03
Gatwick Airport13:05Herne Bay station (HNB)
£561One-way
1 change
12:022h03
Gatwick Airport14:05Herne Bay station (HNB)
£561One-way
1 change
13:022h03
Gatwick Airport15:05Herne Bay station (HNB)
£561One-way
1 change
19:022h03
Gatwick Airport21:05Herne Bay station (HNB)
£561One-way
1 change
Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to Herne Bay station (HNB) train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 04:09
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:02 Gatwick Airport | 2h06 | 20:08 Herne Bay station (HNB) | 1 change | |
| 19:02 Gatwick Airport | 2h03 | 21:05 Herne Bay station (HNB) | 1 change | |
| 20:02 Gatwick Airport | 2h03 | 22:05 Herne Bay station (HNB) | 1 change | |
| 21:02 Gatwick Airport | 2h03 | 23:05 Herne Bay station (HNB) | 1 change | |
| 21:56 Gatwick Airport | 2h09 | 00:05 Herne Bay station (HNB) | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Herne Bay station (HNB)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Herne Bay station (HNB) run on average 23 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £56 if you book in advance.
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
Distance 93 km |
Average train duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £56 |
Trains per day 23 |
Fastest train 2h 3m |
First train 05:57 |
Last train 23:02 |
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
Train companies: Southeastern, Thameslink, Southern from London Gatwick Airport to Herne Bay station (HNB) trainsSoutheastern, Thameslink, Southern trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Herne Bay station (HNB) from £56. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Southeastern
About
Southeastern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to Kent, Sussex, Surrey and parts of East Anglia. It runs services from early morning until late at night, seven days a week. Southeastern has a range of train types, including high-speed Javelin trains, commuter-friendly Metro services, and the classic InterCity services. Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southeastern are London to Kent, London to Eastbourne, and London to Hastings.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 5m
Cheapest Price
£17
Southeastern frequency
17 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Family area
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 6m
Cheapest Price
£68
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
Southern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 3m
Cheapest Price
£56
Southern frequency
11 a day
FAQs: London Gatwick Airport to Herne Bay station (HNB) train
FAQs: Travel by train from London Gatwick Airport to Herne Bay station (HNB) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London Gatwick Airport to Herne Bay station (HNB).
The train distance from London Gatwick Airport to Herne Bay station (HNB) is 93 km.
Booking trains from London Gatwick Airport to Herne Bay station (HNB) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from London Gatwick Airport to Herne Bay station (HNB) covers a distance of 93 km and takes approximately 2h 3m. Trains run 23 per day.
The first train from London Gatwick Airport to Herne Bay station (HNB) leaves at 5:57.
The last train from London Gatwick Airport to Herne Bay station (HNB) departs at 23:02.
Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Herne Bay station (HNB) run approximately 23 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from London Gatwick Airport to Herne Bay station (HNB).
There is no night train service from London Gatwick Airport to Herne Bay station (HNB).
The cost of a train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Herne Bay station (HNB) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £56, while the average price tends to be around £57.
The cheapest way to get from London Gatwick Airport to Herne Bay station (HNB) is by train, costing approximately £56.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London Gatwick Airport to Herne Bay station (HNB).
Yes, you can take the train from London Gatwick Airport to Herne Bay station (HNB).
To travel from London Gatwick Airport to Herne Bay station (HNB), you can take a train.
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Important Stations and Airports in London Gatwick Airport and Herne Bay station (HNB)
London
Herne Bay
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:00 Saturday 06:10 - 19:00 Sunday 09:10 - 16:00 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Distance to city center
1 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 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
WC
- 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
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room On Platform 1 and also in the booking hall - only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: downside platform - London end
- 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 Herne Bay
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Forecourt
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