What is the cheapest way to get from Rye to Whitstable?

The cheapest way to get from Rye to Whitstable is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 52 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Rye to Whitstable?

The fastest way to get from Rye to Whitstable is to drive which takes 52 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Rye and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct bus from Rye station to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Railway Station and arriving at Horsebridge via Police Station, Folkestone Central station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Rye and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct train from Rye to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Rye and arriving at Whitstable via Ashford International and Broadstairs. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Rye to Whitstable?

The distance between Rye and Whitstable is 39 miles. The road distance is 37.2 miles.

How do I travel from Rye to Whitstable without a car?

The best way to get from Rye to Whitstable without a car is to train and bus which takes 1h 54m and costs £17 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Rye to Whitstable?

It takes approximately 1h 54m to get from Rye to Whitstable, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rye to Whitstable bus from?

Rye to Whitstable bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Police Station.

Where do I catch the Rye to Whitstable train from?

Rye to Whitstable train services, operated by Southern, depart from Rye station.

Train or bus from Rye to Whitstable?

The best way to get from Rye to Whitstable is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs £30 - £70. Alternatively, you can line 102 bus and line 16 bus and bus, which costs £12 and takes 3h 37m.

Where does the Rye to Whitstable bus arrive?

Rye to Whitstable bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Folkestone Central station.

Where does the Rye to Whitstable train arrive?

Rye to Whitstable train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Ashford International station.

Can I drive from Rye to Whitstable?

Yes, the driving distance between Rye to Whitstable is 37 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Rye to Whitstable.

How do I get a train ticket from Rye to Whitstable?

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Rye to Whitstable - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 102 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Rye to Whitstable by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Rye to Ashford Internationaltrain Eastbourne - Ashford International / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Horsebridgebus 401 / ...
1h 54m
£18–33
Drive 37 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rye to Whitstablecar 37 mi
52 min
£9–13
Train
1. Take the train from Rye to Ashford Internationaltrain
2. Take the train from Ashford International to Broadstairstrain
3. Take the train from Broadstairs to Whitstabletrain
2h 25m
£33–69
Line 102 bus, line 16 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Police Station to Folkestone Central stationbus 102 / ...
2. Take the bus from Folkestone Central station to Bus Stationbus 16 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Horsebridgebus 401 / ...
3h 37m
£12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rye to Whitstabletaxi 37 mi
52 min
£160–200

Rye to Whitstable by train

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Distance: 38.8 mi
Duration: 1h 54m

What companies run services between Rye, East Sussex, England and Whitstable, England?

You can take a train from Rye to Whitstable via Ashford International and Broadstairs in around 2h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Station to Horsebridge via Police Station, Folkestone Central station, and Bus Station in around 3h 37m.

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