4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Whitstable to Birchington-on-sea
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
14 m
Average duration
14 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
20 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Whitstable to Birchington-on-sea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Whitstable to Birchington-on-sea will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 11 trains that leave Whitstable for Birchington-on-sea every day 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 20 km distance in an average of 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 15 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.
1:130h15Whitstable1:28Birchington-on-sea£91One-way0 changes- 6:310h15Whitstable6:46Birchington-on-sea£91One-way0 changes
- 7:140h15Whitstable7:29Birchington-on-sea£91One-way0 changes
- 7:310h16Whitstable7:47Birchington-on-sea£91One-way0 changes
- 8:040h15Whitstable8:19Birchington-on-sea£91One-way0 changes
- 8:400h14Whitstable8:54Birchington-on-sea£91One-way0 changes
- 9:400h14Whitstable9:54Birchington-on-sea£91One-way0 changes
- 10:400h14Whitstable10:54Birchington-on-sea£91One-way0 changes
- 1:130h15Whitstable1:28Birchington-on-sea£91One-way0 changes
- 6:310h15Whitstable6:46Birchington-on-sea£91One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Whitstable to Birchington-on-sea
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Whitstable to Birchington-on-sea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, and a coach costs an average of £11.
Distance: 20 km
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Live departures
Whitstable to Birchington-on-sea train times
The table below shows live departures for Whitstable to Birchington-on-sea trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:31 Whitstable | 0h15 | 6:46 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:14 Whitstable | 0h15 | 7:29 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:31 Whitstable | 0h16 | 7:47 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:04 Whitstable | 0h15 | 8:19 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:40 Whitstable | 0h14 | 8:54 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:03 Whitstable | 0h16 | 9:19 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:40 Whitstable | 0h14 | 9:54 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:00 Whitstable | 0h16 | 10:16 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:40 Whitstable | 0h14 | 10:54 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:59 Whitstable | 0h15 | 11:14 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:40 Whitstable | 0h14 | 11:54 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:59 Whitstable | 0h15 | 12:14 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:40 Whitstable | 0h14 | 12:54 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:59 Whitstable | 0h15 | 13:14 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:40 Whitstable | 0h14 | 13:54 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:59 Whitstable | 0h15 | 14:14 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:40 Whitstable | 0h14 | 14:54 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:59 Whitstable | 0h15 | 15:14 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:24 Whitstable | 0h16 | 15:40 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:40 Whitstable | 0h14 | 15:54 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:04 Whitstable | 0h15 | 16:19 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:44 Whitstable | 0h15 | 16:59 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:14 Whitstable | 0h15 | 17:29 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:44 Whitstable | 0h15 | 17:59 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:08 Whitstable | 0h16 | 18:24 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:36 Whitstable | 0h16 | 18:52 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:48 Whitstable | 0h14 | 19:02 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:01 Whitstable | 0h16 | 19:17 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:15 Whitstable | 0h14 | 19:29 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:36 Whitstable | 0h16 | 19:52 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:45 Whitstable | 0h14 | 19:59 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:01 Whitstable | 0h16 | 20:17 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:40 Whitstable | 0h14 | 20:54 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:59 Whitstable | 0h15 | 21:14 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:40 Whitstable | 0h14 | 21:54 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:59 Whitstable | 0h15 | 22:14 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:40 Whitstable | 0h14 | 22:54 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:59 Whitstable | 0h15 | 23:14 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 23:59 Whitstable | 0h15 | 0:14 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 4 August | |||||
| 1:13 Whitstable | 0h15 | 1:28 Birchington-on-sea | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Whitstable to Birchington-on-sea
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Whitstable to Birchington-on-sea run on average 5 times per day, taking around 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:44, the last at 23:03. The fastest train covers the 20 km distance in 14m.
Distance 20 km |
Average train duration 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 14m |
First train 4:44 |
Last train 23:03 |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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FAQs: Whitstable to Birchington-on-sea train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Whitstable to Birchington-on-sea 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Whitstable and Birchington-on-sea
Most Whitstable to Birchington-on-sea trains use the Whitstable to Birchington-on-Sea station pair. Use this guide to compare Whitstable and Birchington-on-sea train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Whitstable station do trains to Birchington-on-sea leave from?
Getting to Whitstable from Whitstable city centre
Whitstable train station facilities and services
Whitstable has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Whitstable.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Whitstable. 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 Whitstable: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Whitstable: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Whitstable: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B2. 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 the station forecourt off Old Bridge Road. Step free access to Platform 2 for services towards Margate via the entrance off Railway Avenue. No step free interchange between platforms. Stepped access between platforms via Station 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, 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.
Getting to Chestfield & Swalecliffe from Whitstable city centre
Chestfield & Swalecliffe is 2 km from Whitstable city centre. Public transport options include:
Chestfield & Swalecliffe train station facilities and services
Chestfield & Swalecliffe has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chestfield & Swalecliffe. 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 Chestfield & Swalecliffe: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Chestfield & Swalecliffe: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chestfield & Swalecliffe: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C. This station does not have step free access. Steps to both platforms, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: by entrance to platform 1, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Birchington-on-sea station do trains from Whitstable arrive at?
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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