The cheapest and fastest trains from Whitstable to Erith
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£36
Fastest journey
1 h 29 m
Average duration
1 h 33 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
61 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Whitstable to Erith is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Whitstable to Erith will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
To travel from Whitstable to Erith you need to make at least one change.
5:481h29Whitstable7:17Erith£311One-way1 change
4:591h38Whitstable6:37Erith£361One-way2 changes
5:591h31Whitstable7:30Erith£361One-way2 changes
6:551h35Whitstable8:30Erith£361One-way2 changes
7:191h41Whitstable9:00Erith£361One-way2 changes
5:481h29Whitstable7:17Erith£311One-way1 change
5:591h31Whitstable7:30Erith£361One-way2 changes
14:271h34Whitstable16:01Erith£361One-way2 changes
6:551h35Whitstable8:30Erith£361One-way2 changes
10:271h36Whitstable12:03Erith£361One-way2 changes
Live departures
Whitstable to Erith train times
The table below shows live departures for Whitstable to Erith 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:55 Whitstable | 1h35 | 8:30 Erith | 2 changes | |
![]() | 7:19 Whitstable | 1h41 | 9:00 Erith | 2 changes | |
![]() | 7:47 Whitstable | 1h43 | 9:30 Erith | 2 changes | |
![]() | 8:15 Whitstable | 1h48 | 10:03 Erith | 2 changes | |
![]() | 8:47 Whitstable | 1h46 | 10:33 Erith | 2 changes | |
![]() | 9:18 Whitstable | 1h45 | 11:03 Erith | 2 changes | |
![]() | 9:51 Whitstable | 1h42 | 11:33 Erith | 2 changes | |
![]() | 10:27 Whitstable | 1h36 | 12:03 Erith | 2 changes | |
![]() | 10:51 Whitstable | 1h43 | 12:34 Erith | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:27 Whitstable | 1h36 | 13:03 Erith | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:51 Whitstable | 1h42 | 13:33 Erith | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:27 Whitstable | 1h36 | 14:03 Erith | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:51 Whitstable | 1h42 | 14:33 Erith | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:27 Whitstable | 1h36 | 15:03 Erith | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:51 Whitstable | 1h40 | 15:31 Erith | 2 changes | |
![]() | 14:27 Whitstable | 1h34 | 16:01 Erith | 2 changes | |
![]() | 14:51 Whitstable | 1h40 | 16:31 Erith | 2 changes | |
![]() | 15:27 Whitstable | 1h34 | 17:01 Erith | 2 changes | |
![]() | 15:51 Whitstable | 1h40 | 17:31 Erith | 2 changes | |
![]() | 16:51 Whitstable | 1h40 | 18:31 Erith | 2 changes | |
![]() | 17:46 Whitstable | 1h45 | 19:31 Erith | 2 changes | |
![]() | 18:47 Whitstable | 1h46 | 20:33 Erith | 2 changes | |
![]() | 19:27 Whitstable | 1h36 | 21:03 Erith | 2 changes | |
![]() | 19:51 Whitstable | 1h42 | 21:33 Erith | 2 changes | |
![]() | 20:27 Whitstable | 1h36 | 22:03 Erith | 2 changes | |
![]() | 20:51 Whitstable | 1h42 | 22:33 Erith | 2 changes | |
![]() | 21:27 Whitstable | 1h49 | 23:16 Erith | 2 changes | |
![]() | 21:51 Whitstable | 1h55 | 23:46 Erith | 2 changes | |
![]() | 21:51 Whitstable | 8h56 | 6:47 Erith | 1 change | |
![]() | 22:39 Whitstable | 6h28 | 5:07 Erith | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Whitstable to Erith
Trains from Whitstable to Erith run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 19:51. The fastest train covers the 61 km distance in 1h 29m.
Distance 61 km |
Average train duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 0:14 |
Last train 19:51 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Southeastern from Whitstable to Erith trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Whitstable and Erith from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Whitstable to Erith train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Whitstable to Erith 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 Erith, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Whitstable and Erith
Most Whitstable to Erith trains use the Whitstable to Rainham (Essex) station pair, with some services arriving at Erith. Use this guide to compare Whitstable and Erith train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Whitstable station do trains to Erith 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 Erith station do trains from Whitstable arrive at?
Getting to Rainham (Essex) from Erith city centre
Rainham (Essex) is 3 km from Erith city centre. Public transport options include:
Rainham (Essex) train station facilities and services
Rainham (Essex) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Rainham (Essex).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rainham (Essex). Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rainham (Essex): Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rainham (Essex): Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rainham (Essex): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: If travelling towards London, please use the level crossing. You will need to show a valid ticket for travel, in order for the gate to be opened onto the platform, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Erith from Erith city centre
Erith train station facilities and services
Erith has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Erith.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Erith. 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 Erith: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Erith: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Erith: 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. There is no step free access to Platform 1.Step access only to platform 1 for services to London via footbridge. No step free interchange between platforms. However 'circular' services do run from London Cannon Street , then back to London Cannon Street , from Platform 2 via Barnehurst, please check National Rail Enquiries for this journey availability and times, 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: No.
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