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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Birchington-on-Sea (BCH)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£13
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£23
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 35 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 39 m
Trains on 18 Sept
8
Distance
101 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Victoria (VIC) to Birchington-on-Sea (BCH) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Victoria (VIC) to Birchington-on-Sea (BCH) will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 8 trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Birchington-on-Sea (BCH), including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 101 km distance in an average of 1 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 44 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
P8626710:401h35London Victoria (VIC)12:15Birchington-on-Sea (BCH)£131One-way0 changes- P862589:401h35London Victoria (VIC)11:15Birchington-on-Sea (BCH)£171One-way0 changes
- P88409 · P862385:572h23London Victoria (VIC)8:20Birchington-on-Sea (BCH)£171One-way1 change
- P862518:401h36London Victoria (VIC)10:16Birchington-on-Sea (BCH)£201One-way0 changes
- P87892 · P90239_P903315:422h05London Victoria (VIC)7:47Birchington-on-Sea (BCH)£231One-way1 change
- P862589:401h35London Victoria (VIC)11:15Birchington-on-Sea (BCH)£171One-way0 changes
- P8626710:401h35London Victoria (VIC)12:15Birchington-on-Sea (BCH)£131One-way0 changes
- P862518:401h36London Victoria (VIC)10:16Birchington-on-Sea (BCH)£201One-way0 changes
- P86254 · P851139:101h44London Victoria (VIC)10:54Birchington-on-Sea (BCH)£301One-way1 change
- P86247 · P851078:101h44London Victoria (VIC)9:54Birchington-on-Sea (BCH)£301One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Victoria (VIC) to Birchington-on-Sea (BCH)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Victoria (VIC) to Birchington-on-Sea (BCH) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 8m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 101 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£27 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest | £20 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 28m Average total duration 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Victoria (VIC) to Birchington-on-Sea (BCH):
A coach is £15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Victoria (VIC) to Birchington-on-Sea (BCH) costing on average £27.
Other travel options to Birchington-on-Sea (BCH) take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 58m.
You'll arrive about 19m sooner (1h 38m by train vs 1h 57m by car). Tickets start at around £27 compared to roughly £20 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Southeastern.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
London Victoria (VIC) to Birchington-on-Sea (BCH) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Victoria (VIC) to Birchington-on-Sea (BCH) trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P87892 · P90239_P90331 | 5:42 London Victoria (VIC) | 2h05 | 7:47 Birchington-on-Sea (BCH) | 1 change | |
| P88409 · P86238 | 5:57 London Victoria (VIC) | 2h23 | 8:20 Birchington-on-Sea (BCH) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Victoria (VIC) to Birchington-on-Sea (BCH)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Birchington-on-Sea (BCH) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:42, the last at 09:40. The fastest train covers the 101 km distance in 1h 32m.
Distance 101 km |
Average train duration 1h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 32m |
First train 4:42 |
Last train 9:40 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: Southeastern from London Victoria (VIC) to Birchington-on-Sea (BCH) trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between London Victoria (VIC) and Birchington-on-Sea (BCH) from £8. 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 Victoria (VIC) to Birchington-on-Sea (BCH) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Victoria (VIC) to Birchington-on-Sea (BCH) 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 Birchington-on-Sea (BCH), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in London Victoria (VIC) and Birchington-on-Sea (BCH)
Most London Victoria (VIC) to Birchington-on-Sea (BCH) trains use the London Victoria to Birchington-on-Sea station pair. Use this guide to compare London Victoria (VIC) and Birchington-on-Sea (BCH) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Victoria from London city centre
London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Victoria train station facilities and services
London Victoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Birchington-on-Sea from Birchington-on-sea city centre
Birchington-on-Sea train station facilities and services
Birchington-on-Sea has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birchington-on-Sea.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birchington-on-Sea. 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 Birchington-on-Sea: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birchington-on-Sea: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birchington-on-Sea: 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 for services towards London via main entrance or side entrance ramp. Step free access to platform 2 for services towards Margate via side entrance path from Lyell Road. Step free interchange via road and steep paths in excess of 250 metres. Stepped interchange within station via 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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