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06/12/2025
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London to Whitstable by bus

The journey from London to Whitstable by bus is 49.32 mi and takes 1 hr 42 mins. There are 67 connections per day, with the first departure at 07:30 and the last at 23:50. It is possible to travel from London to Whitstable by bus for as little as £6.10 or as much as £17.19. The best price for this journey is £6.10.

Lowest Price £6.10
Journey Duration 1 hr 42 mins
Connection per Day 67
Lowest Price £6.10
Highest Price £17.19
First Departure 07:30
Last Departure 23:50
Distance 49.32 mi
Departure London
Arrival Whitstable
Carriers National Express

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Price as departure date approaches

Bus companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around £0.14 to £11.28 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 99% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap bus tickets from London to Whitstable

The cheapest London - Whitstable bus tickets can be found for as low as £5.65 if you’re lucky, or £8.99 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £21.65.

Find the best day to travel to Whitstable by bus

When travelling to Whitstable by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board National Express from London to Whitstable
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London to Whitstable CO2 Emissions by Bus

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Train
5.56kg
Bus
5.95kg
Flight
15.88kg
Car
12.7kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from London to Whitstable?
A bus ticket from London to Whitstable is £9.74. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £6.10.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from London to Whitstable?
The cheapest ticket you can get from London to Whitstable is £6.10. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between London and Whitstable by bus?
London to Whitstable is 49.32 mi.
How long does the bus between London and Whitstable take?
London to Whitstable is on average 1 hr 42 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 0 hrs 55 mins.
How many bus connections per day go from London to Whitstable?
London to Whitstable has 67 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from London to Whitstable leave?
The earliest bus from London to Whitstable departs at 07:30. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from London to Whitstable depart?
The latest bus from London to Whitstable departs at 23:50. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from London to Whitstable in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is £6.10 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from London to Whitstable?
There are on average 67 direct connection(s) from London to go to Whitstable.
What's the fastest journey time between London to Whitstable by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between London and Whitstable is 0 hrs 55 mins.
Is there a direct bus from London to Whitstable?
Yes, there is a direct bus between London and Whitstable.
What are the CO2 emissions for London to Whitstable by bus?
The bus journey from London to Whitstable creates 5.95kg of CO2 emissions.

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