Taking the train from Eltham to Herne Bay in 1 hour 39 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Eltham to Herne Bay? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours 37 minutes to travel the 46 miles (75 km) from Eltham to Herne Bay by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 39 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 25 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Southeastern or Thameslink, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from Eltham to Herne Bay in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Herne Bay by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Eltham to Herne Bay
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Eltham to Herne Bay is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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