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Canterbury to Gatwick Airport by train
It takes an average of 3h 50m to travel from Canterbury to Gatwick Airport by train, over a distance of around 54 miles (87 km). There are normally 103 trains per day traveling from Canterbury to Gatwick Airport and tickets for this journey start from $31.55 when you book in advance.
| First train | 4:20 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 12:24 am | |
| Departure station | Canterbury | |
| Arrival station | Gatwick Airport | |
| Journey time | From 1h 55m | |
| Distance | 54 miles (87 km) | |
| Frequency | 103 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From $31.55 | |
| Train operators | Great Western Railway, Gatwick Express, Southeastern, Thameslink, Southern |
Take the train from Canterbury to Gatwick Airport in 1 hour 55 minutes
If you want to travel from Canterbury to Gatwick Airport by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Canterbury to Gatwick Airport by train to take around 3 hours 50 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 1 hour 55 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 103 trains per day running on this route, which spans 87 km. You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Gatwick Airport.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Canterbury to Gatwick Airport start from $31.55 when you book in advance.
If you want to know more about the journey, keep reading for train schedules, tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs, including first and last train times. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
FAQs about the train journey from Canterbury to Gatwick Airport
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Cheap train tickets from Canterbury to Gatwick Airport
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Canterbury to Gatwick Airport is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
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