The cheapest and fastest trains from Whitstable station (WHI) to Stratford International (SFA)
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
1 h 8 m
Average duration
1 h 11 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
75 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Whitstable station (WHI) to Stratford International (SFA) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Whitstable station (WHI) to Stratford International (SFA) will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
Of the 2 trains that leave Whitstable station (WHI) for Stratford International (SFA) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 75 km distance in an average of 1 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 13 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Whitstable station (WHI) to Stratford International (SFA)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Whitstable station (WHI) to Stratford International (SFA) 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 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 75 km
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Live departures
Whitstable station (WHI) to Stratford International (SFA) train times
The table below shows live departures for Whitstable station (WHI) to Stratford International (SFA) trains for today, Wednesday 26 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:47 Whitstable station (WHI) | 1h13 | 09:00 Stratford International (SFA) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:51 Whitstable station (WHI) | 1h09 | 17:00 Stratford International (SFA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 27 November | |||||
![]() | 04:48 Whitstable station (WHI) | 1h08 | 05:56 Stratford International (SFA) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Whitstable station (WHI) to Stratford International (SFA)
Trains from Whitstable station (WHI) to Stratford International (SFA) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:59, the last at 18:51. The fastest train covers the 75 km distance in 1h 9m.
Distance 75 km |
Average train duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 9m |
First train 03:59 |
Last train 18:51 |
Train companies: Southeastern from Whitstable station (WHI) to Stratford International (SFA) trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Whitstable station (WHI) and Stratford International (SFA) 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: Whitstable station (WHI) to Stratford International (SFA) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Whitstable station (WHI) to Stratford International (SFA) 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 Stratford International (SFA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Whitstable station (WHI) and Stratford International (SFA)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 12:00 Saturday 06:00 - 12:00 Sunday 09:10 - 16:00 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting area in booking hall only available when staff are present
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from outside the station (South side) off Old Bridge Road (see Buses and Taxis map).
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 22:00 Saturday 06:15 - 22:00 Sunday 09:30 - 17:30 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Type of shops available: WH Smiths
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access to all platforms via lifts.Pedestrian access to the international station from the regional station either via Westfield shopping centre or the roadway to the second entrance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Booking Hall
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Booking Hall
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: on platform
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within car park and alongside station entrance
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Textphone 0800 783 4548
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Forecourt
- Metro: Docklands Light Railway is available at the station for onward connection to London Underground and DLR stations.

