Train from London to Herne Bay: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from London to Herne Bay on 26 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
SoutheasternTrain
Victoria Rail Station
Herne BayCheapest
SoutheasternTrain
St Pancras International
Herne BayFastest
SoutheasternTrain
St Pancras International
Herne BayNo tags
SoutheasternTrain
Victoria Rail Station
Herne BayNo tags
SoutheasternTrain
St Pancras International
Herne BayNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 07:13 GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from London to Herne Bay

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Herne Bay. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just €18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
2h 50mAverage duration
89 kmDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions
Average price€8 - €60Average duration1h 26m
2kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price€18 - €18Average duration2h 50m
4kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Herne Bay by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from London to Herne Bay?

    The cheapest train tickets from London to Herne Bay start from €8. The average price for this train route is around €27. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from London to Herne Bay?

    The average train journey time from London to Herne Bay is 1h 26m, covering a distance of 89 km. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 22m and is operated by Southeastern.

  3. Which train operators serve the London to Herne Bay route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 12 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Herne Bay?

    The earliest train from London to Herne Bay departs at 07:20. And the latest train departs at 23:55.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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22/01
€40
23/01
€22
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€22
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26/01
€22
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Herne Bay was searched and found on 23 Jan 2026 with a price of €22

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Herne Bay as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from €22 to €51 for a train ticket from London to Herne Bay based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €22, which is on 2026-01-26.

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