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The cheapest and fastest trains from Canterbury to Gravesend
Showing times and prices for Nov 06
Cheapest price
€30
Average price
€31
Fastest journey
34 m
Average duration
54 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
52 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Canterbury to Gravesend is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Canterbury to Gravesend will cost around €31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Canterbury for Gravesend on Thu, Nov 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 52 km distance in an average of 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 34 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 1 h 25 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.
05:19AM1h25
Canterbury06:44AMGravesend
€301One-way
1 transfer
05:20AM0h42
Canterbury06:02AMGravesend
€321One-way
0 transfers
06:14AM0h34
Canterbury06:48AMGravesend
€321One-way
0 transfers
06:14AM0h34
Canterbury06:48AMGravesend
€321One-way
0 transfers
05:20AM0h42
Canterbury06:02AMGravesend
€321One-way
0 transfers
05:19AM1h25
Canterbury06:44AMGravesend
€301One-way
1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Canterbury to Gravesend
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Canterbury to Gravesend among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €10, and a bus costs an average of €21.
Distance: 52 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€11 Average price Cheapest | €21 Average price |
1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 7m Average total duration 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Canterbury to Gravesend train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 7:03 AM
Last updated at 7:03 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:47 AM Canterbury | 1h12 | 12:59 PM Gravesend | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, November 6 | |||||
| 5:19 AM Canterbury | 1h25 | 6:44 AM Gravesend | 1 transfer | |
| 5:20 AM Canterbury | 0h42 | 6:02 AM Gravesend | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:14 AM Canterbury | 0h34 | 6:48 AM Gravesend | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Canterbury to Gravesend
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Canterbury to Gravesend run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 52 km |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 4m |
First train 05:13 |
Last train 22:45 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Southeastern from Canterbury to Gravesend trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Canterbury and Gravesend from €10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Southeastern
About
Southeastern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to Kent, Sussex, Surrey and parts of East Anglia. It runs services from early morning until late at night, seven days a week. Southeastern has a range of train types, including high-speed Javelin trains, commuter-friendly Metro services, and the classic InterCity services. Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southeastern are London to Kent, London to Eastbourne, and London to Hastings.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 4m
Cheapest Price
€11
Southeastern frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Family area
FAQs: Trains from Canterbury to Gravesend
FAQs: Travel by train from Canterbury to Gravesend easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Canterbury to Gravesend.
Cheap train tickets from Canterbury to Gravesend can start from as little as €7 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Canterbury to Gravesend is €22; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Canterbury to Gravesend is 47 min to travel the 52 km long route, with around there are 4 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Canterbury to Gravesend leaves at 05: 01. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Canterbury to Gravesend leaves at 16: 47.
There are 4 trains a day from Canterbury to Gravesend which require at least one change with Southeastern. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the best Canterbury to Gravesend train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Southeastern. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services from Canterbury to Gravesend to compare what amenities they may offer.
A day trip to Gravesend from Canterbury is worth doing with a journey time of 47 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Canterbury to Gravesend by train is November.
You have options as you can travel to Gravesend from Canterbury 2 different ways: train or coach.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Canterbury to Gravesend
Canterbury
Gravesend
The major train station for departures in Canterbury is Canterbury East. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Canterbury East for your trip from Canterbury to Gravesend.
Canterbury East
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:20 Saturday 06:10 - 20:20 Sunday 07:30 - 19:00 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 2 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 2 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on both platforms Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transit options for Canterbury East
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement bus stop in Station Road East, opposite the station entrance.
Canterbury West
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:30 Saturday 06:15 - 19:30 Sunday 08:30 - 17:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platforms 1 and 2 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: downside platform - London end
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transit options for Canterbury West
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt
The major train station for arrivals in Gravesend is Gravesend. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Gravesend for your journey to Gravesend from Canterbury.
Gravesend
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 05:45 - 20:00 Sunday 06:45 - 20:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Direct step free access to Platform 0 for services towards London via the main entrance on Rathmore Road. Direct step free access to Platform 2 for services away from London via the side entrance on Clive Road. Direct step free access to Platform 1 from Platform 0. All platforms and interchange via lifts or steps from the station overbridge.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: in the booking hall on Platform 0 entrance.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 0 & 2- Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: platform 0&2- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 2- Available during staffing hours
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platform 0 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: both sides of station
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transit options for Gravesend
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Clive Road
Most popular trains to and from Gravesend and Canterbury
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