Let's Travel
Broadstairs is surprisingly close to london, only a 1-hour drive from the M25. with first class transport links to all over the UK and continental Europe, Broadstairs makes a great stop-over destination if you are travelling further afield.
Broadstairs supports eco-friendly transport methods and encourages visitors to think green when travelling.
Car
Broadstairs has excellent motorway access with both the M20 and M2 easily accessible from the A299 Thanet Way.
Broadstairs is very well signposted on all major routes. Please follow Margate and Ramsgate signage from further afield.
An excellent route planner is available on www.theaa.com
Air
Broadstairs is served by the local Kent International Airport at Manston, less than 5 miles away. More details at www.kentinternational-manston.com or call 08705 353535
Both Heathrow and Gatwick are under 2 hours away by car.
Sea
Ramsgate is 2 miles from Broadstairs and has a regular ferry service to Ostend in Belgium
- Trans Europa Ferries or call 01843 595522
Dover is also very close and ferry services from Dover are as follows;
- P&O Ferries to Calais
- Sea France to Calais
- Norfolkline to Dunkirk
- LD Lines to Boulogne and Dieppe
Coach and Bus
The following companies provide coach and bus services in and around Broadstairs;
- National Express or call 08705 808080
- Stagecoach Buses or call 0870 243 3711
- Stagecoach Buses or call 01843 588944
Rail
The following companies provide rail services in and around Broadstairs;
- Eurotunnel or on 08705 808080
- South Eastern Railways or National Rail Enquiries on 08457 48 49 50
Car Hire
Cars can be hired and more information can be found on www.visitthanet.co.uk or call 0870 264 6111
Other Forms of Transport
Broadstairs is linked to it's sister towns with a regular bus services which offer free travel to local residents over 65.
Taxis are in abundance and can be found in the town centre.
