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Trains from Herne Bay (HNB) to Bidston (BID)

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17

train journeys
per day

226

miles (364 kms)

5hrs 1 mins

fastest journey

05:33 / 00:02

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Herne Bay (HNB) to Bidston (BID)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Herne Bay and Bidston , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Herne Bay to Bidston is approximately 226 miles (364 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 13 mins.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Herne Bay and Bidston.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Herne Bay to Bidston. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 1 mins.

Journeys from Herne Bay to Bidston Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:33
    5 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    10:55
    Herne Bay
    Bidston
    Herne Bay to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:33
    5 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    11:40
    Herne Bay
    Bidston
    Herne Bay to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:39
    5 hrs 1 min 4 changes
    12:40
    Herne Bay
    Bidston
    Herne Bay to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:39
    5 hrs 1 min 4 changes
    13:40
    Herne Bay
    Bidston
    Herne Bay to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:10
    5 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    14:55
    Herne Bay
    Bidston
    Herne Bay to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:45
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    15:40
    Herne Bay
    Bidston
    Herne Bay to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:45
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    16:40
    Herne Bay
    Bidston
    Herne Bay to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:45
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    17:40
    Herne Bay
    Bidston
    Herne Bay to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:45
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    18:40
    Herne Bay
    Bidston
    Herne Bay to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:45
    5 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    19:50
    Herne Bay
    Bidston
    Herne Bay to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:21
    5 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    20:50
    Herne Bay
    Bidston
    Herne Bay to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:45
    5 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    21:50
    Herne Bay
    Bidston
    Herne Bay to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:18
    5 hrs 32 mins 4 changes
    22:50
    Herne Bay
    Bidston
    Herne Bay to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:17
    5 hrs 33 mins 4 changes
    23:50
    Herne Bay
    Bidston
    Herne Bay to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:45
    10 hrs 55 mins 4 changes
    06:40
    Herne Bay
    Bidston
    Herne Bay to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:21
    10 hrs 34 mins 4 changes
    08:55
    Herne Bay
    Bidston
    Herne Bay to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:21
    11 hrs 34 mins 4 changes
    10:55
    Herne Bay
    Bidston
    Herne Bay to Bidston

About Herne Bay Station

Station name Herne Bay (HNB)
Address Herne Bay station, The Circus, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 8PJ
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 19:00
Saturday 06:10 - 19:00
Sunday 09:10 - 16:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Bidston Station

Station name Bidston (BID)
Address Bidston station, Station Approach, Bidston, Merseyside, CH43 7RF
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:51 - 00:05
Tuesday 05:51 - 00:05
Wednesday 05:51 - 00:05
Thursday 05:51 - 00:05
Friday 05:51 - 00:05
Saturday 05:51 - 00:05
Sunday 08:01 - 00:05
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Herne Bay and Bidston

The travel time between Herne Bay and Bidston by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 13 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 1 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Herne Bay and Bidston vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:02.

First class tickets on trains between Herne Bay and Bidston typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Herne Bay and Bidston can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Herne Bay & Bidston. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Herne Bay and Bidston.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Herne Bay and Bidston, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.