4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Canterbury to Gillingham
- Cheapest price on Nov 10
- €8
- Average ticket price on Nov 10
- €8
- Fastest journey on Nov 10
- 48 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 10
- 48 m
- Trains on Nov 10
- 1
- Distance
- 39 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Canterbury to Gillingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Canterbury to Gillingham will cost around €8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
On Tue, Nov 10, we found 1 trains from Canterbury to Gillingham, including 1 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 10 the direct trains cover the 39 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 48 m .
On Tue, Nov 10 the slowest trains will take 48 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
4:13 PM 0h48 Canterbury 5:01 PM Gillingham €8 1 One-way 0 transfers
4:13 PM 0h48 Canterbury 5:01 PM Gillingham €8 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Canterbury to Gillingham
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Trains from Canterbury to Gillingham run on average 4 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:28, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 39 km distance in 38m.
Distance 39 km |
Average train duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 1:28 AM |
Last train 11:48 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 3 days |
Live departures
Canterbury to Gillingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Canterbury to Gillingham trains for today, Monday, November 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 10:47 AM Canterbury | 0h42 | 11:29 AM Gillingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:47 AM Canterbury | 0h42 | 12:29 PM Gillingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:47 PM Canterbury | 0h42 | 1:29 PM Gillingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:47 PM Canterbury | 0h42 | 2:29 PM Gillingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:47 PM Canterbury | 0h42 | 3:29 PM Gillingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:47 PM Canterbury | 0h42 | 4:29 PM Gillingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:13 PM Canterbury | 0h41 | 4:54 PM Gillingham | 1 transfer | |
| 4:13 PM Canterbury | 0h47 | 5:00 PM Gillingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:47 PM Canterbury | 0h43 | 5:30 PM Gillingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FAQs: Trains from Canterbury to Gillingham
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popular train stations
Popular train stations from Canterbury to Gillingham
Most Canterbury to Gillingham trains use the Canterbury West to Gillingham (Kent) station pair. Use this guide to compare Canterbury and Gillingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Canterbury station do trains to Gillingham leave from?
Getting to Canterbury West from Canterbury city centre
Canterbury West train station facilities and services
Canterbury West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Canterbury West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Canterbury West. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Canterbury West: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Canterbury West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Canterbury West: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: two within concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Canterbury East from Canterbury city centre
Canterbury East train station facilities and services
Canterbury East has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Canterbury East.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Canterbury East.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Canterbury East. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Canterbury East: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Canterbury East: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Canterbury East: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The Ticket Vending Machines's can only be accessed when the station building is open as they are in the booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Gillingham station do trains from Canterbury arrive at?
Getting to Gillingham (Kent) from Gillingham city centre
Gillingham (Kent) train station facilities and services
Gillingham (Kent) has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Gillingham (Kent).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Gillingham (Kent).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gillingham (Kent). Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gillingham (Kent): Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gillingham (Kent): Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gillingham (Kent): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access to all platforms and interchange via lifts. Step free access direct to Platform 3 via side entrance off Railway Street. Stepped access from main entrance via station footbridge, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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