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Compare train and coach for Whitstable to London Gatwick Airport
The cheapest option from Whitstable to London Gatwick Airport is coach, with an average price of £17. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Whitstable to London Gatwick Airport among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 87 km
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2h 29m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 3m Average total duration 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Whitstable to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Whitstable to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Friday 3 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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![]() | 4:59 Whitstable | 2h48 | 7:47 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Whitstable to London Gatwick Airport
Typically, there are 10 trains per day from Whitstable to London Gatwick Airport, including direct trains, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 11:51. The fastest train covers the 87 km distance in 2h 17m.
Distance 87 km |
Average train duration 1h 59m |
Lowest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 2h 17m |
First train 4:59 |
Last train 11:51 |
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Train companies: Southeastern from Whitstable to London Gatwick Airport trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Whitstable and London Gatwick Airport from £15. 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 London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Whitstable to London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Whitstable and London Gatwick Airport
Most Whitstable to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Whitstable to London Victoria station pair. Use this guide to compare Whitstable and London Gatwick Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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