The average train between Essex and Herne Bay takes 3h 16m and the fastest train takes 2h 22m. The train service runs several times per day from Essex to Herne Bay. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Essex and Herne Bay. The earliest departure is at 6:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essex is at 9:08 PM which arrives into Herne Bay at 8:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Stratford (London) and take an average of 3h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Essex to Herne Bay? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Essex to Herne Bay. However, there are services departing from Essex station and arriving at Herne Bay station via Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.
Essex to Herne Bay train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from White Notley station.
Essex to Herne Bay train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Herne Bay station.
Book your Essex to Herne Bay train tickets online with Greater Anglia, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) and Southeastern.
The distance between Essex and Herne Bay is 63.5 km. The road distance is 151 km.
You can take a train from White Notley to Herne Bay via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 2h 58m.