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Compare train and coach for London Gatwick Airport to Herne Bay station (HNB)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Herne Bay station (HNB) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £26.
Distance: 93 km
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Compare prices and tickets London Gatwick Airport to Herne Bay station (HNB) by train or coach
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Why should you book London Gatwick Airport to Herne Bay station (HNB) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Southeastern?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Southeastern, but also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink or Southern to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to Herne Bay station (HNB).
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Southeastern with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Herne Bay station (HNB).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink or Southern to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to Herne Bay station (HNB).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London Gatwick Airport to Herne Bay station (HNB).
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Herne Bay station (HNB)
Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Herne Bay station (HNB) run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:25, the last at 14:02. The fastest train covers the 93 km distance in 2h 41m.
Distance 93 km |
Average train duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 2h 41m |
First train 7:25 |
Last train 14:02 |
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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 £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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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