London to Canterbury train with Southeastern

Fri, Jul 10
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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Canterbury

Showing times and prices for Jul 10

Cheapest price

€11

Average price

€23

Fastest journey

54 m

Average duration

54 m

Trains per day

149

Distance

87 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from London to Canterbury will cost around €23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.

Fast trains

Of the 149 trains that leave London for Canterbury on Fri, Jul 10, 51 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Jul 10 the direct trains cover the 87 km distance in an average of 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 54 m .

On Fri, Jul 10 the slowest trains will take 54 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.

  • SoutheasternP89086
    8:43 PM1h38
    London Bridge (LBG)
    10:21 PMCanterbury West (CBW)
    111One-way
    0 transfers
  • SoutheasternP86344
    9:10 PM1h30
    London Victoria (VIC)
    10:40 PMCanterbury East (CBE)
    111One-way
    0 transfers
  • SoutheasternP88455+ThameslinkC10016+SoutheasternP86279
    11:04 AM2h36
    London Bridge (LBG)
    1:40 PMCanterbury East (CBE)
    121One-way
    2 transfers
  • SoutheasternP88756+ThameslinkC10016+SoutheasternP86279
    11:15 AM2h25
    London Bridge (LBG)
    1:40 PMCanterbury East (CBE)
    121One-way
    2 transfers
  • ThameslinkC10016+SoutheasternP86279
    11:18 AM2h22
    London Bridge (LBG)
    1:40 PMCanterbury East (CBE)
    121One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for London to Canterbury

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Canterbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €8.

Distance: 87 km

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Most popular
Train
Bus

€31

Average price

€15

Average price

Cheapest

2h 25m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 55m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

2h 35m

Average total duration

2h 5m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Southeastern

Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

Direct Options

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

London to Canterbury train times

The table below shows live departures for London to Canterbury trains for tomorrow, Friday, July 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
SoutheasternP85746 · P89108
On time
12:12 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h16
1:28 AM Canterbury West (CBW)
1 transfer
SoutheasternP88282+ThameslinkC18674+SoutheasternP878925:09 AM London Bridge (LBG)
2h22
7:31 AM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP878925:42 AM London Victoria (VIC)
1h49
7:31 AM Canterbury East (CBE)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkC10189+SoutheasternP86238_P862405:48 AM London Bridge (LBG)
2h23
8:11 AM Canterbury East (CBE)1 transfer
ThameslinkC22602+SoutheasternP86238_P86240+SouthernW325905:56 AM London Bridge (LBG)
2h15
8:11 AM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP90004+ThameslinkG28279+SoutheasternP86238_P862405:57 AM London Bridge (LBG)
2h14
8:11 AM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP88663+ThameslinkC10028+SoutheasternP862415:59 AM London Bridge (LBG)
2h41
8:40 AM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP88405+ThameslinkC10028+SoutheasternP862416:04 AM London Bridge (LBG)
2h36
8:40 AM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP886616:05 AM London Victoria (VIC)
2h13
8:18 AM Canterbury West (CBW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG28279+SoutheasternP86238_P86240+SouthernW326076:14 AM London Bridge (LBG)
1h57
8:11 AM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
ThameslinkC10028+SoutheasternP862416:18 AM London Bridge (LBG)
2h22
8:40 AM Canterbury East (CBE)1 transfer
SoutheasternP85312 · P86238_P862406:20 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h51
8:11 AM Canterbury East (CBE)1 transfer
SoutheasternP856206:37 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h03
7:40 AM Canterbury West (CBW)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86238_P862406:40 AM London Victoria (VIC)
1h31
8:11 AM Canterbury East (CBE)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG28281+SoutheasternP86241+SouthernW291686:44 AM London Bridge (LBG)
1h56
8:40 AM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP86471+ThameslinkG28281+SoutheasternP862416:48 AM London Bridge (LBG)
1h52
8:40 AM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP88414+ThameslinkC10100+SoutheasternP862477:03 AM London Bridge (LBG)
2h37
9:40 AM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP85888 · P886617:07 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h11
8:18 AM Canterbury West (CBW)1 transfer
SoutheasternP862417:10 AM London Victoria (VIC)
1h30
8:40 AM Canterbury East (CBE)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP88995_P889987:13 AM London Bridge (LBG)
1h45
8:58 AM Canterbury West (CBW)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP88681+ThameslinkC10100+SoutheasternP862477:15 AM London Bridge (LBG)
2h25
9:40 AM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
ThameslinkC10100+SoutheasternP862477:18 AM London Bridge (LBG)
2h22
9:40 AM Canterbury East (CBE)1 transfer
SoutheasternP856287:39 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
0h55
8:34 AM Canterbury West (CBW)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP890007:43 AM London Bridge (LBG)
1h40
9:23 AM Canterbury West (CBW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG28285+SoutheasternP86247+SouthernW326417:44 AM London Bridge (LBG)
1h56
9:40 AM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP86483+ThameslinkG28285+SoutheasternP862477:48 AM London Bridge (LBG)
1h52
9:40 AM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP85319 · P862477:55 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h45
9:40 AM Canterbury East (CBE)1 transfer
SoutheasternP88423+ThameslinkC10097+SoutheasternP862548:02 AM London Bridge (LBG)
2h38
10:40 AM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP85894 · P890008:04 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h19
9:23 AM Canterbury West (CBW)1 transfer
SoutheasternP862478:10 AM London Victoria (VIC)
1h30
9:40 AM Canterbury East (CBE)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkC10097+SoutheasternP862548:18 AM London Bridge (LBG)
2h22
10:40 AM Canterbury East (CBE)1 transfer
SoutheasternP90046+ThameslinkG28289+SoutheasternP862548:27 AM London Bridge (LBG)
2h13
10:40 AM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP856368:40 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
0h57
9:37 AM Canterbury West (CBW)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP890068:43 AM London Bridge (LBG)
1h39
10:22 AM Canterbury West (CBW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG28289+SoutheasternP86254+SouthernW291858:44 AM London Bridge (LBG)
1h56
10:40 AM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP85322 · P862548:55 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h45
10:40 AM Canterbury East (CBE)1 transfer
SoutheasternP88433+ThameslinkC10019+SoutheasternP862629:04 AM London Bridge (LBG)
2h36
11:40 AM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP85902 · P890069:07 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h15
10:22 AM Canterbury West (CBW)1 transfer
SoutheasternP862549:10 AM London Victoria (VIC)
1h30
10:40 AM Canterbury East (CBE)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP88718+ThameslinkC10019+SoutheasternP862629:15 AM London Bridge (LBG)
2h25
11:40 AM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
ThameslinkC10019+SoutheasternP862629:18 AM London Bridge (LBG)
2h22
11:40 AM Canterbury East (CBE)1 transfer
SoutheasternP856439:36 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
0h58
10:34 AM Canterbury West (CBW)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP890129:43 AM London Bridge (LBG)
1h36
11:19 AM Canterbury West (CBW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG28293+SoutheasternP86262+SouthernW291659:44 AM London Bridge (LBG)
1h56
11:40 AM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP86509+ThameslinkG28293+SoutheasternP862629:48 AM London Bridge (LBG)
1h52
11:40 AM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP85328 · P862629:50 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h50
11:40 AM Canterbury East (CBE)1 transfer
SoutheasternP88444+ThameslinkC10039+SoutheasternP8627110:04 AM London Bridge (LBG)
2h36
12:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP85910 · P8901210:07 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h12
11:19 AM Canterbury West (CBW)1 transfer
SoutheasternP8626210:10 AM London Victoria (VIC)
1h30
11:40 AM Canterbury East (CBE)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP8565310:40 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
0h54
11:34 AM Canterbury West (CBW)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP88455+ThameslinkC10016+SoutheasternP8627911:04 AM London Bridge (LBG)
2h36
1:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP85917 · P8901811:07 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h12
12:19 PM Canterbury West (CBW)1 transfer
SoutheasternP8627111:10 AM London Victoria (VIC)
1h30
12:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP88756+ThameslinkC10016+SoutheasternP8627911:15 AM London Bridge (LBG)
2h25
1:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
ThameslinkC10016+SoutheasternP8627911:18 AM London Bridge (LBG)
2h22
1:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE)1 transfer
SoutheasternP8566311:37 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
0h57
12:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP8902411:43 AM London Bridge (LBG)
1h36
1:19 PM Canterbury West (CBW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG28301+SoutheasternP86279+SouthernW2915511:44 AM London Bridge (LBG)
1h56
1:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP86541+ThameslinkG28301+SoutheasternP8627911:48 AM London Bridge (LBG)
1h52
1:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP85337 · P8627911:50 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h50
1:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE)1 transfer
SoutheasternP88467+ThameslinkC10013+SoutheasternP8628612:04 PM London Bridge (LBG)
2h36
2:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP85923 · P8902412:04 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h15
1:19 PM Canterbury West (CBW)1 transfer
SoutheasternP8627912:10 PM London Victoria (VIC)
1h30
1:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP88780+ThameslinkC10013+SoutheasternP8628612:15 PM London Bridge (LBG)
2h25
2:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
ThameslinkC10013+SoutheasternP8628612:18 PM London Bridge (LBG)
2h22
2:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE)1 transfer
SoutheasternP8567112:40 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
0h54
1:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP8903012:43 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1h36
2:19 PM Canterbury West (CBW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG28305+SoutheasternP86286+SouthernW2920212:44 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1h56
2:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP86555+ThameslinkG28305+SoutheasternP8628612:48 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1h52
2:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP85341 · P8628612:50 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h50
2:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE)1 transfer
SoutheasternP88479+ThameslinkC10073+SoutheasternP862931:04 PM London Bridge (LBG)
2h36
3:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP85930 · P890301:07 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h12
2:19 PM Canterbury West (CBW)1 transfer
SoutheasternP862861:10 PM London Victoria (VIC)
1h30
2:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP88800+ThameslinkC10073+SoutheasternP862931:15 PM London Bridge (LBG)
2h25
3:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
ThameslinkC10073+SoutheasternP862931:18 PM London Bridge (LBG)
2h22
3:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE)1 transfer
SoutheasternP86082+ThameslinkC10072+SoutheasternP862961:29 PM London Bridge (LBG)
2h37
4:06 PM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP856771:40 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
0h54
2:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP890361:43 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1h36
3:19 PM Canterbury West (CBW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG28309+SoutheasternP86293+SouthernW291911:44 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1h56
3:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP88813+ThameslinkC10072+SoutheasternP862961:45 PM London Bridge (LBG)
2h21
4:06 PM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP86566+ThameslinkG28309+SoutheasternP862931:48 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1h52
3:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
ThameslinkC10072+SoutheasternP862961:48 PM London Bridge (LBG)
2h18
4:06 PM Canterbury East (CBE)1 transfer
SoutheasternP85344 · P862931:50 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h50
3:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE)1 transfer
SoutheasternP88495+ThameslinkC10065+SoutheasternP863012:04 PM London Bridge (LBG)
2h39
4:43 PM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP85936 · P890362:07 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h12
3:19 PM Canterbury West (CBW)1 transfer
SoutheasternP862932:10 PM London Victoria (VIC)
1h30
3:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG28311+SoutheasternP86296+SouthernW326082:14 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1h52
4:06 PM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP88820+ThameslinkC10065+SoutheasternP863012:15 PM London Bridge (LBG)
2h28
4:43 PM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP86570+ThameslinkG28311+SoutheasternP862962:18 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1h48
4:06 PM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
ThameslinkC10065+SoutheasternP863012:18 PM London Bridge (LBG)
2h25
4:43 PM Canterbury East (CBE)1 transfer
SoutheasternP85147 · P862962:20 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h46
4:06 PM Canterbury East (CBE)1 transfer
SoutheasternP86088+ThameslinkC10066+SoutheasternP863052:29 PM London Bridge (LBG)
2h40
5:09 PM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP856832:40 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
0h54
3:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP862962:40 PM London Victoria (VIC)
1h26
4:06 PM Canterbury East (CBE)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP890422:43 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1h36
4:19 PM Canterbury West (CBW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG28313+SoutheasternP86301+SouthernW291582:44 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1h59
4:43 PM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP88825+ThameslinkC10066+SoutheasternP863052:45 PM London Bridge (LBG)
2h24
5:09 PM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
ThameslinkC10066+SoutheasternP863052:48 PM London Bridge (LBG)
2h21
5:09 PM Canterbury East (CBE)1 transfer
SoutheasternP86574+ThameslinkG28313+SoutheasternP863012:48 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1h55
4:43 PM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP85346 · P863012:50 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h53
4:43 PM Canterbury East (CBE)1 transfer
SoutheasternP88510+ThameslinkC10071+SoutheasternP863103:04 PM London Bridge (LBG)
2h38
5:42 PM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP85942 · P890423:07 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h12
4:19 PM Canterbury West (CBW)1 transfer
SoutheasternP863013:10 PM London Victoria (VIC)
1h33
4:43 PM Canterbury East (CBE)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP89045_P890483:13 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1h48
5:01 PM Canterbury West (CBW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG28315+SoutheasternP86305+SouthernW291663:14 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1h55
5:09 PM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP88832+ThameslinkC10071+SoutheasternP863103:15 PM London Bridge (LBG)
2h27
5:42 PM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP86578+ThameslinkG28315+SoutheasternP863053:18 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1h51
5:09 PM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
ThameslinkC10071+SoutheasternP863103:18 PM London Bridge (LBG)
2h24
5:42 PM Canterbury East (CBE)1 transfer
SoutheasternP85347 · P863053:20 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h49
5:09 PM Canterbury East (CBE)1 transfer
SoutheasternP86094+ThameslinkC10050+SoutheasternP853943:29 PM London Bridge (LBG)
2h41
6:10 PM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP856893:37 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
0h57
4:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP863053:40 PM London Victoria (VIC)
1h29
5:09 PM Canterbury East (CBE)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP890493:43 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1h37
5:20 PM Canterbury West (CBW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG28317+SoutheasternP86310+SouthernC098433:44 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1h58
5:42 PM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP88835+ThameslinkC10050+SoutheasternP853943:45 PM London Bridge (LBG)
2h25
6:10 PM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP86582+ThameslinkG28317+SoutheasternP863103:48 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1h54
5:42 PM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP85349 · P863103:50 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h52
5:42 PM Canterbury East (CBE)1 transfer
SoutheasternP85948 · P890494:04 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h16
5:20 PM Canterbury West (CBW)1 transfer
SoutheasternP88524+ThameslinkC10067+SoutheasternP863184:04 PM London Bridge (LBG)
2h33
6:37 PM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP863104:10 PM London Victoria (VIC)
1h32
5:42 PM Canterbury East (CBE)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP89052_P890554:13 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1h48
6:01 PM Canterbury West (CBW)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP88651+ThameslinkC10067+SoutheasternP863184:15 PM London Bridge (LBG)
2h22
6:37 PM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP88530+ThameslinkC10074+SoutheasternP853964:34 PM London Bridge (LBG)
2h40
7:14 PM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP856954:37 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
0h57
5:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP890564:43 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1h42
6:25 PM Canterbury West (CBW)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP88659+ThameslinkC10074+SoutheasternP853964:45 PM London Bridge (LBG)
2h29
7:14 PM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP853944:46 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1h24
6:10 PM Canterbury East (CBE)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86466+ThameslinkG28321+SoutheasternP863184:48 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1h49
6:37 PM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP85353 · P863184:50 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h47
6:37 PM Canterbury East (CBE)1 transfer
SoutheasternP887614:55 PM London Victoria (VIC)
2h03
6:58 PM Canterbury West (CBW)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP891186:03 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1h48
7:51 PM Canterbury West (CBW)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP890716:43 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1h41
8:24 PM Canterbury West (CBW)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP853986:46 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1h30
8:16 PM Canterbury East (CBE)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85967 · P890717:07 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h17
8:24 PM Canterbury West (CBW)1 transfer
SoutheasternP863327:10 PM London Victoria (VIC)
1h30
8:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP857127:40 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
0h54
8:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP88582+ThameslinkC10056+SoutheasternP863448:04 PM London Bridge (LBG)
2h36
10:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP85973 · P890798:07 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h14
9:21 PM Canterbury West (CBW)1 transfer
SoutheasternP863388:10 PM London Victoria (VIC)
1h30
9:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP88721+ThameslinkC10056+SoutheasternP863448:15 PM London Bridge (LBG)
2h25
10:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
ThameslinkC10056+SoutheasternP863448:18 PM London Bridge (LBG)
2h22
10:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE)1 transfer
ThameslinkG28337+SoutheasternP86344+SouthernW325708:31 PM London Bridge (LBG)
2h09
10:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE)2 transfers
SoutheasternP857188:40 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
0h54
9:34 PM Canterbury West (CBW)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP890868:43 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1h38
10:21 PM Canterbury West (CBW)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85979 · P890869:07 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h14
10:21 PM Canterbury West (CBW)1 transfer
SoutheasternP863449:10 PM London Victoria (VIC)
1h30
10:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85992 · P8910011:07 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h14
12:21 AM Canterbury West (CBW)1 transfer

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

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

How far in advance should I book train tickets from London to Canterbury?

The best time to book your train from London to Canterbury is 56 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the London to Canterbury route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from London to Canterbury per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from London to Canterbury.

Journey information

Overview: Train from London to Canterbury

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Trains from London to Canterbury run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 87 km distance in 1h 10m.

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 55m
Cheapest ticket price
€8
Trains per day
9
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
1h 10m
First train
12:12 AM
Last train
11:54 PM
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Fri
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 London to Canterbury trainsSoutheastern, Thameslink trains will get you between London and Canterbury from €8. 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 10m
Cheapest Price
€8
Southeastern frequency
9 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 Duration
2h 4m
Cheapest Price
€50
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 London to Canterbury

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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 London to Canterbury can start from as little as €8 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London to Canterbury is €31; 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 London to Canterbury is 1h 10m 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 London to Canterbury leaves at 12:12 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from London to Canterbury leaves at 11:54 PM.
Yes,there are 6 direct trains a day from London to Canterbury with Southeastern, Southeastern. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from London to Canterbury, you can count on Southeastern, Southeastern, Thameslink for the best way to get you to Canterbury. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between London and Canterbury and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Canterbury from London is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from London to Canterbury is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Canterbury including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from London to Canterbury

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

Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Canterbury
London St Pancras InternationalPancras Road, London, Greater London, N1C 4QP, UK+44 2078437688WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London St Pancras International from London city centre

Bus91, N91 · 23m · €11 · every ~28 min
73, N73 · 26m · €2 · every ~33 min
390 · 48m · €2 · every ~27 min
SubwayPiccadilly · 11m · €2 · every ~91 min

London St Pancras International train station facilities and services

London St Pancras International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.

London VictoriaLondon Victoria station, Victoria Street, London, Greater London, SW1V 1JU+44 3450774224WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Victoria from London city centre

London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus24 · 8m · €2 · every ~25 min
148 · 9m · €2 · every ~30 min
38, N38 · 10m · €2 · every ~46 min
390 · 25m · €2 · every ~26 min
26, N26 · 28m · €4 · every ~27 min
A8 · 37m · €1 · every ~10 min
SubwayCircle, District · 5m · €2 · every ~108 min

London Victoria train station facilities and services

London Victoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

London BridgeLondon Bridge station, Tooley Street / St Thomas Street, London, Greater London, SE1 3QX+44 345 711 4141WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Bridge from London city centre

London Bridge is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLondon Charing Cross - Hayes, London Charing Cross - Sevenoaks, London Charing Cross - Gravesend, London Charing Cross - Dartford, London Charing Cross - Tunbridge Wells, London Charing Cross - Ramsgate, London Charing Cross - Maidstone East, London Charing Cross - Hastings, London Charing Cross - Dover Priory, London Charing Cross - Ashford International, London Charing Cross - Chislehurst, London Charing Cross - Sidcup, London Charing Cross - Minster, London Charing Cross - Folkestone Central, London Charing Cross - Headcorn, London Charing Cross - Orpington, London Charing Cross - Gillingham, London Charing Cross - London Cannon Street, London Charing Cross - Bromley South, London Charing Cross - Canterbury West, London Charing Cross - Tonbridge, London Charing Cross - Slade Green, London Charing Cross - Lewisham · 12m · €1 · every ~36 min
London Victoria - London Bridge · 58m · €11 · every ~4 min
BusN381, 381 · 12m · €2 · every ~24 min
N21 · 14m · €4 · every ~2 min
SubwayJubilee · 5m · €2 · every ~71 min

London Bridge train station facilities and services

London Bridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at London Bridge.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at London Bridge. ATMs are available at London Bridge.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London Bridge. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Bridge: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Bridge: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Bridge: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: All platforms can be accessed by lift, Accessible taxis: Taxis with ramps. There is usually one available on the rank, but if not one can be ordered through taxi drivers or by phoning Computer Cabs and specifying a taxi equipped to take wheelchairs. Tel 020 7432 1404, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 04:00 - 00:45 Sunday 06:00 - 00:45, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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