The average train between Kent and Herne Bay takes 2h 37m 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.
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 5:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Ashford International and take an average of 2h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Kent to Herne Bay. However, there are services departing from Kent station and arriving at Herne Bay station via Margate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.
Kent to Herne Bay train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.
Kent to Herne Bay train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Margate station.
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The distance between Kent and Herne Bay is 32.2 km. The road distance is 90 km.
Southeastern operates a train from Ashford International to Margate hourly. Tickets cost £18–35 and the journey takes 49 min.