Take the train from Polegate to Herne Bay in 3 hours 1 minute
If you want to travel from Polegate to Herne Bay by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Polegate to Herne Bay by train to take around 3 hours 32 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 3 hours 1 minute on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 9 trains per day running on this route, which spans 53 miles (86 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Herne Bay. You can travel on this route with either Southeastern, Thameslink or Gatwick Express. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
Train tickets from Polegate to Herne Bay are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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Cheap train tickets from Polegate to Herne Bay
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
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 Polegate 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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