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Dartford to Whitstable Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Dartford to Whitstable? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £28.80, with average prices for this route around £28.80. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
18:00 1 hour 14 minutes, Changes required Dartford	19:14 Whitstable	Find Tickets
18:30 1 hour 14 minutes, Changes required Dartford	19:44 Whitstable	Find Tickets
18:40 1 hour 22 minutes, Changes required Dartford	20:02 Whitstable	Find Tickets
19:26 1 hour 13 minutes, Changes required Dartford	20:39 Whitstable	Find Tickets
19:30 1 hour 28 minutes, Changes required Dartford	20:58 Whitstable	Find Tickets
20:26 1 hour 13 minutes, Changes required Dartford	21:39 Paris	Find Tickets

Dartford to Whitstable Train Route Details

First train

04:56

Last train

23:56

Departure station

Dartford

Arrival station

Whitstable

Journey time

1 hour 13 minutes

Distance

58 km

Price

£28.80*

Train operators

Southeastern, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Dartford to Whitstable

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Dartford to Whitstable during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Dartford to Whitstable, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Dartford to Whitstable more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Dartford to Whitstable train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Dartford to Whitstable Train prices and times

Dartford to Whitstable Train Route Details