How to get from Brighton Pier to Herne Bay by bus and train?

From Brighton Pier to Herne Bay by bus and train

To get from Brighton Pier to Herne Bay in London, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 27 bus from Sea Life Centre, Brighton station to Brighton Station, Brighton station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the THAMESLINK train and finally take the SOUTHEASTERN train from St Pancras station to Herne Bay station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 38 min.

218min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2727
Train - THAMESLINK
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Leaves from Sea Life Centre, Brighton

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sea Life Centre, Brighton
    ID L
    420 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2727
    Wait for bus
    27
    Westdene
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Brighton Station, Brighton
    ID E
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Brighton
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Royston
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    St Pancras
    78 min
  • 7
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    Ramsgate
  • 8
    Ride to train station Herne Bay
    Ride to train station
    Herne Bay
    82 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Brighton Pier to Herne Bay by bus and train via 47, THAMESLINK and SOUTHEASTERN

To get from Brighton Pier to Herne Bay in London, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 47 bus from Sea Life Centre, Brighton station to Brighton Station, Brighton station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the THAMESLINK train and finally take the SOUTHEASTERN train from St Pancras station to Herne Bay station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 41 min.

221min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4747
Train - THAMESLINK
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Leaves from Sea Life Centre, Brighton

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sea Life Centre, Brighton
    ID L
    420 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4747
    Wait for bus
    47
    Portslade
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Brighton Station, Brighton
    ID E
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Brighton
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Royston
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    St Pancras
    78 min
  • 7
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    Ramsgate
  • 8
    Ride to train station Herne Bay
    Ride to train station
    Herne Bay
    82 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Brighton Pier to Herne Bay

The distance between Brighton Pier, London and Herne Bay, London is approximately 115.21 mi, which can typically be travelled in 218 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Brighton Pier to Herne Bay by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in London – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Brighton Pier

Brighton Pier is located at 256 King's Road, Brighton, The City of Brighton and Hove BN2 1TD, UK, London and the nearest public transport station is Palace Pier, Brighton.

Train stations close to Brighton Pier:

  • Preston Park
  • London Road (Brighton)
  • Brighton

Bus stations close to Brighton Pier:

  • Palace Pier, Brighton
  • Pool Valley Coach Station, Brighton
  • Sea Life Centre, Brighton

Public transport stations close to Herne Bay, London

Herne Bay is located at Herne Bay, London and the nearest public transport station is Sea Street, Herne Bay.

Bus stations close to Herne Bay:

  • Sea Street, Herne Bay
  • Sea Street Roundabout, Herne Bay
  • Bullers Avenue, Herne Bay

Related Routes

Alternative route from Brighton Pier to Herne Bay by bus and train via 47, THAMESLINK and SOUTHEASTERN

To get from Brighton Pier to Herne Bay in London, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 47 bus from Sea Life Centre, Brighton station to Brighton Station, Brighton station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the THAMESLINK train and finally take the SOUTHEASTERN train from St Pancras station to Herne Bay station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 41 min.

221min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4747
Train - THAMESLINK
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Leaves from Sea Life Centre, Brighton

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sea Life Centre, Brighton
    ID L
    420 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4747
    Wait for bus
    47
    Portslade
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Brighton Station, Brighton
    ID E
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Brighton
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Royston
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    St Pancras
    78 min
  • 7
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    Ramsgate
  • 8
    Ride to train station Herne Bay
    Ride to train station
    Herne Bay
    82 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Brighton Pier to Herne Bay?

    The fastest way takes 218 minutes, using Bus line 27, Bus line THAMESLINK, Bus line SOUTHEASTERN.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Brighton Pier to Herne Bay?

    The alternative route takes 221 minutes, using Bus line 47, Bus line THAMESLINK, Bus line SOUTHEASTERN.

  • Is there a direct bus between Brighton Pier and Herne Bay in London?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 38 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Brighton Pier to Herne Bay in London?

    The 27 bus line goes from Sea Life Centre, Brighton station near Brighton Pier to Westdene station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Westdene station near Herne Bay in London

  • How long does it take to travel from Brighton Pier to Herne Bay in London by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Brighton Pier and Herne Bay in London by bus and train is about 3 hr 38 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Brighton Pier to get to Herne Bay in London?

    Get on the 27 bus from the Sea Life Centre, Brighton stop near Brighton Pier in London.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Brighton Pier and Herne Bay in London?

    Get off the bus at the Westdene station, which is closest to Herne Bay in London.

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