Canterbury to London train with Southeastern

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Canterbury to London

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 26

Cheapest price on Sep 26

€11

Average ticket price on Sep 26

€18

Fastest journey on Sep 26

54 m

Average journey duration on Sep 26

55 m

Trains on Sep 26

74

Distance

87 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Canterbury to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Canterbury to London will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.

Fast trains

On Sat, Sep 26, we found 74 trains from Canterbury to London, including 53 direct services.

On Sat, Sep 26 the direct trains cover the 87 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 54 m .

On Sat, Sep 26 the slowest trains will take 55 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.

  • SoutheasternP86228
    8:47 PM1h34
    Canterbury East (CBE)
    10:21 PMLondon Victoria (VIC)
    €111One-way
    0 transfers
  • SoutheasternP85739 · P86785
    10:23 PM1h54
    Canterbury West (CBW)
    12:17 AMLondon Victoria (VIC)
    €111One-way
    1 transfer
  • SoutheasternP89950 · P88266
    10:45 PM1h46
    Canterbury East (CBE)
    12:31 AMLondon Victoria (VIC)
    €121One-way
    1 transfer
  • SoutheasternP90228 · P85593
    10:06 PM1h47
    Canterbury West (CBW)
    11:53 PMLondon Bridge (LBG)
    €121One-way
    1 transfer
  • SoutheasternP90218
    9:06 PM1h36
    Canterbury West (CBW)
    10:42 PMLondon Bridge (LBG)
    €121One-way
    0 transfers

Live departures

Canterbury to London train times

The table below shows live departures for Canterbury to London trains for today, Friday, September 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
SoutheasternP856519:54 AM Canterbury West (CBW)
1h00
10:54 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP9024910:03 AM Canterbury West (CBW)
1h38
11:41 AM London Bridge (LBG)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP8565810:21 AM Canterbury West (CBW)
0h57
11:18 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86153
On time
10:47 AM Canterbury East (CBE)
1h34
12:21 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85661
On time
10:54 AM Canterbury West (CBW)
1h00
11:54 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP90255
On time
11:06 AM Canterbury West (CBW)
1h35
12:41 PM London Bridge (LBG)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85667
On time
11:23 AM Canterbury West (CBW)
0h55
12:18 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85667 · P90258
On time
11:23 AM Canterbury West (CBW)
1h48
1:11 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1 transfer
SoutheasternP86160
On time
11:47 AM Canterbury East (CBE)
1h34
1:21 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP90261
On time
12:06 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
1h35
1:41 PM London Bridge (LBG)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85674 · P90264
On time
12:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
1h48
2:11 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1 transfer
SoutheasternP85674
On time
12:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
0h55
1:18 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86167
On time
12:47 PM Canterbury East (CBE)
1h34
2:21 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP90267
On time
1:06 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
1h35
2:41 PM London Bridge (LBG)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP856801:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
0h55
2:18 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85680 · P902701:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
1h49
3:12 PM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
SoutheasternP861741:47 PM Canterbury East (CBE)
1h34
3:21 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP902732:06 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
1h35
3:41 PM London Bridge (LBG)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP856862:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
0h55
3:18 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85686 · P902762:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
1h48
4:11 PM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
SoutheasternP861812:47 PM Canterbury East (CBE)
1h35
4:22 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP902793:06 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
1h35
4:41 PM London Bridge (LBG)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP856923:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
0h55
4:18 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP861893:47 PM Canterbury East (CBE)
1h34
5:21 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP902854:01 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
1h40
5:41 PM London Bridge (LBG)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86194
On time
4:13 PM Canterbury East (CBE)
1h38
5:51 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP856984:20 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
0h59
5:19 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP902884:31 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
1h41
6:12 PM London Bridge (LBG)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP90288 · P85957
On time
4:31 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
1h23
5:54 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1 transfer
SoutheasternP86197
On time
4:47 PM Canterbury East (CBE)
1h35
6:22 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP90291
On time
5:01 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
1h40
6:41 PM London Bridge (LBG)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86201
On time
5:17 PM Canterbury East (CBE)
1h34
6:51 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85703
On time
5:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
0h56
6:19 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP90294
On time
5:31 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
1h40
7:11 PM London Bridge (LBG)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP90294 · P85964
On time
5:31 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
1h23
6:54 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1 transfer
SoutheasternP86204_P862055:47 PM Canterbury East (CBE)
1h36
7:23 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP90297
On time
6:01 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
1h40
7:41 PM London Bridge (LBG)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP862106:17 PM Canterbury East (CBE)
1h34
7:51 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85709
On time
6:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
0h55
7:18 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP90300
On time
6:31 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
1h40
8:11 PM London Bridge (LBG)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP90300 · P85970
On time
6:31 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
1h23
7:54 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1 transfer
SoutheasternP86213_P862146:47 PM Canterbury East (CBE)
1h34
8:21 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP90303
On time
7:01 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
1h40
8:41 PM London Bridge (LBG)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85715
On time
7:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
0h55
8:18 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85715 · P90306
On time
7:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
1h48
9:11 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1 transfer
SoutheasternP862217:47 PM Canterbury East (CBE)
1h34
9:21 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP90309
On time
8:06 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
1h35
9:41 PM London Bridge (LBG)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85723 · P903128:20 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
1h51
10:11 PM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
SoutheasternP857238:20 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
0h58
9:18 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP862278:47 PM Canterbury East (CBE)
1h34
10:21 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP90217
On time
9:06 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
1h35
10:41 PM London Bridge (LBG)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP857319:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
0h55
10:18 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85731 · P903199:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
1h48
11:11 PM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
SoutheasternP86234
On time
9:47 PM Canterbury East (CBE)
1h34
11:21 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP90227 · P87707
On time
10:06 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
1h47
11:53 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1 transfer
SoutheasternP8573810:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
0h55
11:18 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85738 · P8678110:23 PM Canterbury West (CBW)
1h54
12:17 AM London Victoria (VIC)1 transfer
SoutheasternP89939 · P88978
On time
10:34 PM Canterbury East (CBE)
1h47
12:21 AM London Victoria (VIC)
1 transfer
Saturday, September 26
SoutheasternP85618 · P864255:23 AM Canterbury West (CBW)
1h44
7:07 AM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
SoutheasternP856185:23 AM Canterbury West (CBW)
0h54
6:17 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP861095:41 AM Canterbury East (CBE)
1h40
7:21 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86109 · P853165:41 AM Canterbury East (CBE)
1h27
7:08 AM London St Pancras International (STP)1 transfer
SoutheasternP902136:06 AM Canterbury West (CBW)
1h36
7:42 AM London Bridge (LBG)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP856246:23 AM Canterbury West (CBW)
0h55
7:18 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85624 · P902216:23 AM Canterbury West (CBW)
1h49
8:12 AM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
SoutheasternP861166:47 AM Canterbury East (CBE)
1h34
8:21 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP902247:06 AM Canterbury West (CBW)
1h36
8:42 AM London Bridge (LBG)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP856317:23 AM Canterbury West (CBW)
0h55
8:18 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP861277:47 AM Canterbury East (CBE)
1h34
9:21 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP902348:06 AM Canterbury West (CBW)
1h36
9:42 AM London Bridge (LBG)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP856408:23 AM Canterbury West (CBW)
0h55
9:18 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85640 · P902408:23 AM Canterbury West (CBW)
1h49
10:12 AM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
SoutheasternP861388:47 AM Canterbury East (CBE)
1h34
10:21 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP902439:06 AM Canterbury West (CBW)
1h36
10:42 AM London Bridge (LBG)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP856499:23 AM Canterbury West (CBW)
0h55
10:18 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP861499:47 AM Canterbury East (CBE)
1h34
11:21 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect

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Thameslink as well as Southeastern offer trains services from Canterbury to London.
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Why book with Omio vs Thameslink?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Thameslink, but also compare tickets for the likes of Southeastern to find the best option for your trip from Canterbury to London.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Canterbury to London

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Trains from Canterbury to London run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.

There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 87 km distance in 53m.

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
87 km
Average train duration
1h 27m
Cheapest ticket price
€7
Trains per day
12
Direct trains
9
Fastest train
53m
First train
12:12 AM
Last train
11:57 PM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
14 days
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, Thameslink from Canterbury to London trainsSoutheastern, Thameslink trains will get you between Canterbury and London from €7. 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 Southeastern Duration
53m
Cheapest Southeastern Price
€7
Southeastern frequency
11 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

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Thameslink Duration
1h 53m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
€14
Thameslink frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area

FAQs: Trains from Canterbury to London

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury to London by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Canterbury to London can start from as little as €7 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Canterbury to London is €29; 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 London is 53m to travel the 87 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Canterbury to London leaves at 12:12 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Canterbury to London leaves at 11:57 PM.
Yes,there are 9 direct trains a day from Canterbury to London with Southeastern. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Canterbury to London, you can count on Thameslink, Southeastern for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Canterbury and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to London from Canterbury is worth doing with a journey time of 53m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Canterbury and London including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Canterbury to London

Most Canterbury to London trains use the Canterbury West to London St Pancras International station pair, with some services arriving at London Bridge. Use this guide to compare Canterbury and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Canterbury
Arrival train stations in London

Which Canterbury station do trains to London leave from?

Trains from Canterbury to London leave from Canterbury West. The station is 1 km from Canterbury city centre at Canterbury West station, Station Road West, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 8AN.
Canterbury WestCanterbury West station, Station Road West, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 8AN+44 3303339232ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Canterbury West from Canterbury city centre

Bus21, 400, 401, Uni1, Uni2 · 14m · €3 · every ~22 min

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.

Canterbury EastCanterbury East station, Station Road East, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2RB+44 3303339232ParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Canterbury East from Canterbury city centre

Bus649 · 9m

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.

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