Guildford to Canterbury train with Southeastern

Wed, Nov 04
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Guildford to Canterbury

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 04
Cheapest price on Nov 04
€59
Average ticket price on Nov 04
€59
Fastest journey on Nov 04
2 h 34 m
Average journey duration on Nov 04
2 h 34 m
Trains on Nov 04
1
Distance
115 km
Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Guildford to Canterbury will cost around €59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €59.

Fast trains

On Wed, Nov 04, we found 1 trains from Guildford to Canterbury, including 1 direct services.

On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 115 km distance in an average of 2 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 34 m .

On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 2 h 34 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.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Guildford to Canterbury

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Trains from Guildford to Canterbury run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €39 but you can travel from only €18 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 05:19, the last at 22:23. The fastest train covers the 115 km distance in 1h 51m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €18
Distance
115 km
Average train duration
2h 6m
Cheapest ticket price
€39
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
1h 51m
First train
5:19 AM
Last train
10:23 PM
Cheapest Month
Sep
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
35 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €18

Live departures

Guildford to Canterbury train times

The table below shows live departures for Guildford to Canterbury trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Southeastern7:47 AM Guildford
2h34
10:21 AM Canterbury0 transfersDirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Why should you book Guildford to Canterbury trains with Omio?

Southeastern as well as South Western Railway offer trains services from Guildford to Canterbury.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Guildford to Canterbury.

Why book with Omio vs Southeastern?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Southeastern, but also compare tickets for the likes of South Western Railway to find the best option for your trip from Guildford to Canterbury.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Southeastern with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Guildford to Canterbury.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of South Western Railway to find the best option for your trip from Guildford to Canterbury.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Guildford to Canterbury.

Train companies: Southeastern, South Western Railway from Guildford to Canterbury trainsSoutheastern, South Western Railway trains will get you between Guildford and Canterbury from €18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

South Western Railway

About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average South Western Railway Duration
2h 1m
Cheapest South Western Railway Price
€51
South Western Railway frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone

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
1h 51m
Cheapest Southeastern Price
€39
Southeastern frequency
5 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

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Guildford and Canterbury

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a train from Guildford to Canterbury, you can count on Southeastern, South Western Railway for the best way to get you to Canterbury. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Guildford and Canterbury and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

FAQs: Trains from Guildford to Canterbury

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guildford to Canterbury 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 Canterbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Guildford to Canterbury can start from as little as €39 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Guildford to Canterbury is €53; 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 Guildford to Canterbury is 1h 51m to travel the 115 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 Guildford to Canterbury leaves at 5:19 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Guildford to Canterbury leaves at 10:23 PM.
There are 6 trains a day from Guildford to Canterbury which require at least one change with Southeastern, South Western Railway. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Yes, there are multiple high-speed train options for your journey from Guildford to Canterbury. You can choose between Southeastern. Southeastern trains take around 1h 51m
A day trip to Canterbury from Guildford is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 51m 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 Guildford and Canterbury including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Guildford to Canterbury

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

Departure train stations in Guildford
Arrival train stations in Canterbury

Which Guildford station do trains to Canterbury leave from?

Trains from Guildford to Canterbury leave from Guildford. The station is 1 km from Guildford city centre at Guildford station, Station Approach, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 4UT.
GuildfordGuildford station, Station Approach, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 4UTShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Guildford from Guildford city centre

Bus53 · 2m · €2
18 · 16m · €2 · every ~2 min

Guildford train station facilities and services

Guildford has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Guildford.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Guildford.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Guildford.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Guildford: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Guildford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Guildford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is level access to the booking hall and all platforms from the main entrance in Walnut Tree Close. There is no step free access from the Guildford Park Road entrance. There is step free access to and interchange between all platforms via steep ramps. A staff operated powered wheelchair is available for customers. Please speak to a member of staff or our Assisted Travel team, Accessible taxis: The taxi rank is located outside the main station entrance (platform 2), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

Most popular train connections from Guildford

Most popular train connections to Canterbury

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