What is the cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Herne Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Herne Bay is to drive which costs £15 - £23 and takes 1h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Herne Bay?

The fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Herne Bay is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Waterloo Station and Herne Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Waterloo Station station to Herne Bay. However, there are services departing from Waterloo Station / Waterloo Road and arriving at Library via Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Waterloo Station and Herne Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Waterloo Station to Herne Bay. However, there are services departing from London Blackfriars and arriving at Herne Bay via Rainham (Kent). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Waterloo Station to Herne Bay?

The distance between Waterloo Station and Herne Bay is 61 miles. The road distance is 64.4 miles.

How do I travel from Waterloo Station to Herne Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Herne Bay without a car is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs £30 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Waterloo Station to Herne Bay?

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Waterloo Station to Herne Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Herne Bay bus from?

Waterloo Station to Herne Bay bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road station.

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Herne Bay train from?

Waterloo Station to Herne Bay train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from London Blackfriars station.

Train or bus from Waterloo Station to Herne Bay?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Herne Bay is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus and line 600 bus, which costs £16 - £40 and takes 3h 38m.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Herne Bay bus arrive?

Waterloo Station to Herne Bay bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Herne Bay train arrive?

Waterloo Station to Herne Bay train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Rainham (Kent) station.

Can I drive from Waterloo Station to Herne Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo Station to Herne Bay is 64 miles. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Waterloo Station to Herne Bay.

How do I get a train ticket from Waterloo Station to Herne Bay?

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Where can I stay near Herne Bay?

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There are 3 ways to get from Waterloo Station to Herne Bay by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Blackfriars to Rainham (Kent)train Luton - Rainham / ...
2. Take the train from Rainham (Kent) to Herne Baytrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
2h 45m
£31–60
Drive 64 mi
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1. Drive from Waterloo Station to Herne Baycar 64 mi
1h 18m
£16–23
Bus, line 600 bus
1. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Librarybus 600 / ...
3h 38m
£17–38

Waterloo Station to Herne Bay by foot and train

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Distance: 60.9 mi
Duration: 2h 45m

What companies run services between Waterloo Station, England and Herne Bay, England?

You can take a vehicle from Waterloo Station to Herne Bay via London Blackfriars and Rainham (Kent) in around 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Waterloo Station to Library via Waterloo Station / Waterloo Road, Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road, and Bus Station in around 3h 38m.

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