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The average train between Kent and Herne Bay takes 2h 43m and the fastest train takes 1h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Kent 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.

2h 43m
Duration
56 mi
Distance
£34
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Ashford International to Margatetrain train St Pancras International - Margate / ...
2h 14m
£28–55

Kent to Herne Bay train times

Trains run hourly between Kent and Herne Bay. The earliest departure is at 1:43 AM at night, and the last departure from Kent is at 11:54 PM which arrives into Herne Bay at 4:47 AM. All services require a transfer at Ashford International and take an average of 2h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    SoutheasternSoutheasternSoutheastern1h 50m • 2 changes

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    SoutheasternSoutheasternSoutheastern1h 52m • 2 changes

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    SoutheasternSoutheasternSoutheastern2h 1m • 2 changes

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    SoutheasternSoutheasternSoutheastern1h 59m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    SoutheasternSoutheasternSoutheastern6h 23m • 2 changes

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    SoutheasternSoutheasternSoutheastern2h 4m • 2 changes

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    SoutheasternSoutheasternSoutheastern2h 8m • 2 changes

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    SoutheasternSoutheasternSoutheastern1h 56m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    SoutheasternSoutheasternSoutheastern6h 23m • 2 changes

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    SoutheasternSoutheasternSoutheastern2h 4m • 2 changes

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    SoutheasternSoutheasternSoutheastern2h 8m • 2 changes

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    SoutheasternSoutheasternSoutheastern1h 56m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    SoutheasternSoutheasternSoutheastern6h 23m • 2 changes

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    SoutheasternSoutheasternSoutheastern2h 4m • 2 changes

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    SoutheasternSoutheasternSoutheastern2h 8m • 2 changes

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    SoutheasternSoutheasternSoutheastern1h 56m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Kent 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.

Map of how to get from Kent to Herne Bay.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 56.1 mi
  • Duration: 2h 43m

What companies run services between Kent, England and Herne Bay, England?

Southeastern operates a train from Ashford International to Margate hourly. Tickets cost £18–35 and the journey takes 50 min.

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