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Heathrow Airport to Canterbury by train
It takes an average of 2h 51m to travel from Heathrow Airport to Canterbury by train, over a distance of around 67 miles (108 km). There are normally 68 trains per day traveling from Heathrow Airport to Canterbury and tickets for this journey start from $40.09 when you book in advance.
| First train | 4:15 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 11:21 pm | |
| Departure station | Heathrow Airport | |
| Arrival station | Canterbury | |
| Journey time | From 1h 58m | |
| Distance | 67 miles (108 km) | |
| Frequency | 68 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From $40.09 | |
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Taking the train from Heathrow Airport to Canterbury in 1 hour 58 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Heathrow Airport to Canterbury? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours 51 minutes to travel the 108 km from Heathrow Airport to Canterbury by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 58 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 68 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.
Train tickets from Heathrow Airport to Canterbury start from $40.09 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
Keen to book your train tickets to Canterbury? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train schedule below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.
FAQs about the train journey from Heathrow Airport to Canterbury
Want to know more about your journey from Heathrow Airport to Canterbury? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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Cheap train tickets from Heathrow Airport to Canterbury
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 Heathrow Airport to Canterbury 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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