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

The cheapest way to get from Whitstable to Rye is to drive which costs £9 - £13 and takes 52 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitstable to Rye is to drive which takes 52 min and costs £9 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Whitstable and Rye?

No, there is no direct bus from Whitstable to Rye. However, there are services departing from Harbour Street and arriving at Bowling Green via Bus Station, Folkestone Central station and Camp. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Whitstable and Rye?

No, there is no direct train from Whitstable to Rye. However, there are services departing from Whitstable and arriving at Rye via Broadstairs and Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Whitstable to Rye?

The distance between Whitstable and Rye is 39 miles. The road distance is 37.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whitstable to Rye without a car is to line 401 bus and train which takes 2h 25m and costs £16 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Whitstable to Rye, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whitstable to Rye bus from?

Whitstable to Rye bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Harbour Street station.

Where do I catch the Whitstable to Rye train from?

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

Train or bus from Whitstable to Rye?

The best way to get from Whitstable to Rye is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £30 - £70. Alternatively, you can line 401 bus and line 16 bus and line 102 bus, which costs £12 and takes 3h 49m.

Where does the Whitstable to Rye bus arrive?

Whitstable to Rye bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Whitstable to Rye train arrive?

Whitstable to Rye train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Broadstairs station.

Can I drive from Whitstable to Rye?

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

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

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Whitstable to Rye - 5 ways to travel via train, line 401 bus, and line 16 bus

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

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Line 401 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Harbour Street to Bus Stationbus 401 / ...
2. Take the train from Ashford International to Ryetrain Ashford International - Eastbourne / ...
2h 25m
£17–33
Drive 37.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Whitstable to Ryecar 37.2 mi
52 min
£9–13
Train
1. Take the train from Whitstable to Broadstairstrain
2. Take the train from Broadstairs to Ashford Internationaltrain
3. Take the train from Ashford International to Ryetrain
2h 44m
£32–69
Line 401 bus, line 16 bus, line 102 bus
1. Take the bus from Harbour Street to Bus Stationbus 401 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Folkestone Central stationbus 16 / ...
3. Take the bus from Folkestone Central station to Campbus 102 / ...
3h 49m
£12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Whitstable to Ryetaxi 37.2 mi
52 min
£160–200

Whitstable to Rye by train

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Distance: 38.8 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

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

You can take a train from Whitstable to Rye via Broadstairs and Ashford International in around 2h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Harbour Street to Bowling Green via Bus Station, Folkestone Central station, and Camp in around 3h 49m.

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